Following the initial treatment of asthma, the paramedic should consider the administration of _____________________ especially if transport time is long
a. Aminophylline
b. Epinephrine
c. Corticosteroids
d. Atropine
c
Rationale: a. Aminophylline is indicated when a patient has not responded to attempts at bronchodilation through the use of sympathomimetics.
b. Epinephrine may be utilized in the initial treatment of asthma.
c. Correct.
d. Atropine is rarely used in the treatment of asthma.
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