OR003 Common misconceptions in the recognition and treatment of anaphylaxis in community hospital based medical professionals

Intramuscular epinephrine is the primary treatment for anaphylaxis. Delays in administration of epinephrine have been associated with increased mortality in anaphylaxis. Despite numerous publications regarding this topic, interdisciplinary recognition, primary treatment and epinephrine administration route choices remain inconsistent. We hypothesize that a multidisciplinary quality improvement project is required to address common misconceptions in order to facilitate the preparedness to recognize and treat anaphylaxis appropriately.

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