14-year-old with acute severe asthma exacerbation presents to the ED. Which is the best immediate therapy?...

Question

14-year-old with acute severe asthma exacerbation presents to the ED. Which is the best immediate therapy?

Accepted Answer

Nebulised beta-2 agonist plus oxygen

Answer

High-dose inhaled corticosteroids alone

Answer

IV magnesium sulfate as first-line

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Subcutaneous adrenaline

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Oral leukotriene receptor antagonist

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Asthma exacerbation