Anaphylactic Shock
Studies from R. Jose and colleagues reveal new findings on anaphylactic shock
Published in MD Week, November 30th, 2007
According to recent research from Chelmsford, the United Kingdom, "Anaphylaxis is a life threatening reaction where prompt and appropriate management can save lives. Epinephrine ( adrenaline) is the treatment of choice; however, the recommended dose and route of administration of epinephrine used in the management of anaphylaxis is different from that used in the management of cardiac arrest To investigate how junior doctors would administer epinephrine in a case of anaphylactic shock in an adult patient Junior medical staff in two district general hospitals were assessed with a short questionnaire 95 junior hospital doctors were assessed."
"The majority (94%) would...
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Source: MD Week (2007-11-30)
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