Question

A 34-year-old woman presents with acute severe asthma exacerbation: she is speaking in single words, RR 32, SpO₂ 90% on room air with widespread wheeze. According to CAEP/CTS acute asthma best practices, what should be given urgently in addition to oxygen?

Accepted Answer

Inhaled salbutamol via MDI with spacer plus systemic corticosteroids

Answer

Oral prednisone only

Answer

Antibiotics and cough suppressants

Answer

Nebulised saline only

Answer

Immediate intubation in all cases

Practice question

A 34-year-old woman presents with acute severe asthma exacerbation: she is speaking in single words, RR 32, SpO₂ 90% on room air with widespread wheeze. According to CAEP/CTS acute asthma best practices, what should be given urgently in addition to oxygen?