Question

An adult with moderate asthma exacerbation (PEF 60% predicted) receives inhaled SABA and oxygen in the ED. Which additional therapy should be given now?

Accepted Answer

Prednisone 40-50 mg orally daily for 5-7 days

Answer

Inhaled corticosteroid alone as needed

Answer

Azithromycin 500 mg single dose

Answer

Montelukast now and nightly

Answer

Epinephrine IM 0.3 mg immediately

Practice question

An adult with moderate asthma exacerbation (PEF 60% predicted) receives inhaled SABA and oxygen in the ED. Which additional therapy should be given now?