Question of the Week #25

A 2-year-old boy with a history of myelomeningocele is undergoing a suprapubic catheter placement under general anesthesia. Soon after placement of the catheter, his peak airway pressures increase and he becomes hypotensive. Which of the following statements is LEAST likely true?

A. The endotracheal tube should be withdrawn slightly.

B. Elevated blood tryptase level within 2 hours may help confirm the diagnosis.

C. The patient is likely to have a history of allergic reactions to balloons.

D. The patient should be treated with intravenous epinephrine in a dose of 1 to 10 mcg/kg.

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Question of the Week #25

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