Question

A 20-year-old with an acute asthma attack, peak flow 50 percent of predicted. Which immediate measure does NICE advise

Accepted Answer

High-dose inhaled beta-2 agonist with oxygen targeting 94 to 98 percent

Answer

IV aminophylline

Answer

High-flow oxygen for 100 percent saturation

Answer

IV magnesium sulphate

Answer

Oral leukotriene receptor antagonist

Practice question

A 20-year-old with an acute asthma attack, peak flow 50 percent of predicted. Which immediate measure does NICE advise