SAQ 1487 – Life-threatening paediatric anaphylaxis

Marked out of 12.00

A 5-year-old boy is brought to the ED with anaphylaxis after eating a peanut butter sandwich at school.

Complete the table with assessment features suggesting life-threatening anaphylaxis. Give two features in each category.

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Assessment confirms life-threatening anaphylaxis affecting the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, with no airway signs. List ED management steps, including drug doses and endpoints where appropriate.

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Observation Value
GCS 13 (E3 V4 M6)
Pulse 170 /min
BP 70/45 mmHg
Respiratory rate 40 /min
Oxygen saturation 88% on room air


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Total Score: 0 / 12

Percentage: 0%