Question

A 22-year-old man with acute asthma presents with RR 22/min, PEF 70% predicted, speaking in full sentences. Which immediate management is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Salbutamol via spacer plus oral prednisolone 40-50 mg

Answer

Nebulised salbutamol plus IV hydrocortisone

Answer

High-dose inhaled corticosteroid only

Answer

Start maintenance LABA

Answer

IV magnesium sulphate immediately

Practice question

A 22-year-old man with acute asthma presents with RR 22/min, PEF 70% predicted, speaking in full sentences. Which immediate management is most appropriate?