SIM- Anaphylaxis in infants Flashcards
1
Q
What are common causes of anaphylaxis?
A
Food Drugs- antibiotics, NSAIDS Insect stings Latex Radio contrast media
2
Q
Anaphylaxis is a type _____hypersensitivity.
A
type I
3
Q
What cells contribute to anaphylaxis besides mast cells?
A
Macrophages and platelets
4
Q
What is the DDx for pediatric airway issues?
A
acute asthma foreign body pneumonia croup bronchiolitis
5
Q
What is a DDx for a child w/ anaphylaxis like sxs?
A
Septic shock vasovagal rxn hypovolemic shock panic attack asthma
…many more
6
Q
What is the tx for anaphylaxis?
A
Stabilize (ABC) Epineprine (.01 mg/kg or 1:1000 Epi) Supplemental O2 IV fluids Admission Benadryl albuterol nebulizer
7
Q
What are the two concentrations that Epi comes in?
A
1: 10,000 for cardiac cases
1: 1000 for non cardiac
