Question

A 30-year-old asthmatic presents with a two-week history of progressively worsening breathlessness and wheezing. She uses a short-acting beta-2 agonist inhaler as needed but no other medication. According to guidelines, what is the most appropriate next step in treatment?

Accepted Answer

Regular inhaled low-dose corticosteroids

Answer

Oral corticosteroids

Answer

Inhaled long-acting beta-2 agonist (LABA)

Answer

High-dose inhaled corticosteroids

Answer

Oral theophylline

Practice question

A 30-year-old asthmatic presents with a two-week history of progressively worsening breathlessness and wheezing. She uses a short-acting beta-2 agonist inhaler as needed but no other medication. According to guidelines, what is the most appropriate next step in treatment?