Anaphylaxis Flashcards

1
Q

Dose of adrenaline (age 12+)

A

500 mcg of 0.5 ml 1 in 1000 adrenaline

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Dose of hydrocortisone (age 12+)

A

200 mg

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3
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Dose of chlorphenamine (age 12+)

A

10 mg

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4
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When can adrenaline be repeated?

A

Every 5 mins

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5
Q

Why does anyone with anaphylaxis need to be observed for 6-12 hours?

A

Possibility of a biphasic reaction (in 20%)

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6
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How long after an attack is serum tryptase raised?

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12 hours

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