A patient with moderate persistent asthma is admitted with an acute severe exacerbation. Which intravenous medication may be considered if there is a ...

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A patient with moderate persistent asthma is admitted with an acute severe exacerbation. Which intravenous medication may be considered if there is a poor response to nebulised bronchodilators and steroids?

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IV magnesium sulphate

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IV furosemide

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IV amiodarone

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IV mannitol

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IV tazocin

MCQ (SBA): Asthma exacerbation

A patient with moderate persistent asthma is admitted with an acute severe exacerbation. Which intravenous medication may be considered if there is a poor response to nebulised bronchodilators and steroids?