A 30-year-old man with acute asthma exacerbation receives initial bronchodilators and steroids. Considering magnesium sulfate, which is correct per US...

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A 30-year-old man with acute asthma exacerbation receives initial bronchodilators and steroids. Considering magnesium sulfate, which is correct per US guidance?

Accepted Answer

IV magnesium sulfate 2 g may be considered in severe exacerbations not responding to initial therapy

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Magnesium is contraindicated

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Oral magnesium is first-line

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Nebulized magnesium is preferred

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The correct answer is A

"severe asthma exacerbation adjunct" MCQ (SBA): Severe asthma exacerbation

A 30-year-old man with acute asthma exacerbation receives initial bronchodilators and steroids. Considering magnesium sulfate, which is correct per US guidance?