Question

A 45-year-old with an acute severe asthma attack has been given nebulised beta-2 agonists and ipratropium plus IV corticosteroids. He remains hypoxic. What additional therapy should be considered?

Accepted Answer

IV magnesium sulphate

Answer

Oral theophylline

Answer

Subcutaneous adrenaline

Answer

Leukotriene receptor antagonist

Answer

High flow nasal cannula oxygen only

Practice question

A 45-year-old with an acute severe asthma attack has been given nebulised beta-2 agonists and ipratropium plus IV corticosteroids. He remains hypoxic. What additional therapy should be considered?