Question

A 35-year-old woman arrives in A&E with acute severe asthma exacerbation (PEFR < 33% predicted). She has had multiple nebulizers. Which additional therapy is recommended urgently?

Accepted Answer

IV magnesium sulfate infusion

Answer

Oral leukotriene receptor antagonist

Answer

Oral theophylline

Answer

Oral antibiotics

Answer

High-flow nasal oxygen alone

Practice question

A 35-year-old woman arrives in A&E with acute severe asthma exacerbation (PEFR < 33% predicted). She has had multiple nebulizers. Which additional therapy is recommended urgently?