Question

A 35-year-old woman with asthma attends the emergency department with a moderate exacerbation. After initial nebulised Salbutamol she is stable and can speak in full sentences. Her PEFR is 65% of best. What is the most appropriate dose of oral Prednisolone to prescribe on discharge?

Accepted Answer

40–50 mg once daily for at least 5 days

Answer

10 mg once daily for 3 days

Answer

20 mg once daily for 3 days

Answer

30 mg once daily for 7 days

Answer

60 mg once daily for 14 days

Practice question

A 35-year-old woman with asthma attends the emergency department with a moderate exacerbation. After initial nebulised Salbutamol she is stable and can speak in full sentences. Her PEFR is 65% of best. What is the most appropriate dose of oral Prednisolone to prescribe on discharge?