You are responding to a patient who has a weepy rash that itches intensely. She states that a couple of days ago she cleaned out a wooded area behind her home. How should you manage this apparent allergic reaction?
A) Provide oxygen via NRB and 100 mg of Benadryl IM.
B) Benadryl IV and 0.3 mg of 1:1000 epinephrine.
C) Benadryl and 0.5 mg of 1:10,000 epinephrine.
D) None of the above are appropriate treatments.
Answer: D
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