Epinephrine

Question 1

Indication of Epinephrine

Answer 1

1) Moderate to severe allergic reaction with respiratory distress or mild allergic reaction with a history of allergy
2) severe asthma

Question 2

Effects of Epinephrine (8)

Answer 2

(1) Tachycardia/palpitations
(2) Angina
(3) Headache
(4) Nausea/vomiting
(5) Dizziness
(6) Hypertension
(7) Nervousness/Anxiety
(8) Tremors

Question 3

Dosage for 5+ years (Syringe)

Answer 3

0.5 mg in 0.5 mL (IM)

Question 4

Dose for <5 years (Syringe)

Answer 4

0.15 mg in 0.15 mL (IM)

Question 5

Dose for 5+ years (epipen)

Answer 5

0.3 mg (IM)

Question 6

Dose for <5 years (epipen)

Answer 6

0.15 mg (IM)