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Asthma exacerbation — ABFM Board MCQ

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A 27-year-old woman with asthma has wheezing and chest tightness after visiting a home with cats. Oxygen saturation is 96%, she speaks in full sentences, and peak flow is 75% of personal best. Which of the following is the most appropriate initial treatment?

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Correct answer: B — Inhaled short-acting beta agonist treatment in clinic

Mild asthma exacerbation with preserved oxygenation is treated initially with inhaled short-acting bronchodilator therapy.

Reference: American Family Physician clinical reviews and AAFP guidance: https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp.html