2024 BEST EMS Protocols - Allergic Reactions

What are the symptoms of a mild allergic reaction according to the 2024 BEST EMS Protocols?

• A) Rash, itching, hives

• B) Dyspnea, wheezing

• C) Severe angioedema

• D) Anaphylaxis

What is the recommended dose of Benadryl for mild allergic reactions according to the 2024 BEST EMS Protocols?

• 10-20 mg

• 25-50 mg

• 50-100 mg

• 100-200 mg

Fill in the blank: For moderate allergic reactions, establish IV access and consider _________.

• cardiac monitoring and capnography.

• oxygen therapy.

• antihistamines.

• epinephrine administration.

According to the 2024 BEST EMS Protocols, what should be done if wheezing is present during a moderate allergic reaction?

• A) Administer Benadryl

• B) Administer Albuterol with Atrovent

• C) Proceed to severe protocol

• D) Administer Solu-Medrol

Fill in the blank: If no improvement and/or continued decompensation occurs, proceed to _________.

• Allergic Reaction (Severe) Protocol.

• Cardiac Arrest Protocol.

• Respiratory Distress Protocol.

• Stroke Protocol.

What is the initial assessment step for a severe allergic reaction according to the 2024 BEST EMS Protocols?

• Check airway, breathing, and circulation

• Administer epinephrine

• Call for emergency medical help

• Monitor vital signs

Which skill is considered for early airway intervention in severe allergic reactions?

• Intubation/RSI Skill

• Open Cricothyrotomy Skill

• Percutaneous Transtracheal Ventilation Skill

• Establish IV access

What is the recommended dosage of Epinephrine for upper airway involvement in severe allergic reactions?

• 0.3 mg IM

• 1 mg IV

• 2 mg IM

• 0.5 mg IV

Epinephrine should be administered with extreme caution in which patients according to the 2024 BEST EMS Protocols?

• Patients with hypertension

• Patients with diabetes

• Patients with asthma

• Patients with a history of stroke

What is the dosage of Benadryl recommended for severe allergic reactions?

• 25 mg IV/IO/IM

• 50 mg IV/IO/IM

• 75 mg IV/IO/IM

• 100 mg IV/IO/IM