Allergic Reaction peidiatric

What is the initial assessment step for determining patient weight in pediatric allergic reactions?

• Use a scale

• Refer to the Broselow Tape or Handtevy

• Estimate visually

• Ask the patient

What is the maximum dose of Benadryl for mild allergic reactions in pediatric patients?

• 10 mg

• 25 mg

• 50 mg

• 100 mg

Fill in the blank: For moderate allergic reactions, establish ___ access.

• IV

• Oral

• Subcutaneous

• Intramuscular

What medication is used at a dose of 2.5 mg with Atrovent 500 mcg via nebulizer for wheezing in moderate allergic reactions?

• Albuterol

• Ibuprofen

• Cetirizine

• Loratadine

If there is no improvement in a pediatric patient with an allergic reaction, what protocol should be followed next?

What is the first step in the initial assessment for a severe allergic reaction in pediatric patients?

• Refer to the Broselow Tape or Handtevy

• Consider possible causes

• Establish IV access

• Administer Epinephrine

What is the maximum dose of Epinephrine 1:1,000 for IM administration in pediatric patients?

• 0.1 mg

• 0.3 mg

• 0.5 mg

• 1.0 mg

Fill in the blank: If wheezing is present, administer Albuterol 2.5 mg with Atrovent 500 mcg via nebulizer, may repeat ______.

• twice

• once

• thrice

• four times

What is the maximum dose of Solu-Medrol for IV/IO/IM administration in pediatric patients?

• 50 mg

• 75 mg

• 100 mg

• 150 mg

Fill in the blank: If SBP < (70 + 2 x age mmHg), despite fluid boluses, administer Epinephrine Push Dose Pressor 1 ml (10 mcg) every 1-3 minutes IV/IO to maintain SBP ≥ (70 + 2 x age mmHg).

• Epinephrine Push Dose Pressor 1 ml (10 mcg) every 1-3 minutes IV/IO

• Dopamine 5 mcg/kg/min IV/IO

• Norepinephrine 0.1 mcg/kg/min IV/IO

• Phenylephrine 0.5 mcg/kg/min IV/IO