What is the treatment for anaphylactic shock?
an oxygen mask may be used to help breathing. fluids may be given directly into a vein to help increase blood pressure. additional medicines such as antihistamines and steroids may be used to help relieve symptoms.
Which one of the following is a drug of choice is used for anaphylactic shock?
Anaphylaxis is an acute and potentially lethal multi-system allergic reaction. Most consensus guidelines for the past 30 years have held that epinephrine is the drug of choice and the first drug that should be administered in acute anaphylaxis.
Why is epinephrine used in anaphylactic shock?
Epinephrine is the medication of choice for the first-aid treatment of anaphylaxis. Through vasoconstrictor effects, it prevents or decreases upper airway mucosal edema (laryngeal edema), hypotension, and shock. In addition, it has important bronchodilator effects and cardiac inotropic and chronotropic effects.
How do you treat anaphylactic shock without an EpiPen?
Q: What do you do if someone goes into anaphylactic shock without an EpiPen? A: Make sure that you've called 911. If antihistamines are on-hand, these can be administered and may provide some relief, but antihistamines are never a suitable medication for fully treating anaphylactic shock.