Which of the following is the CORRECT dosage of Aminophylline for asthma refractory to sympathomimetic agents?
a. 5 mg slowly over 20 minutes
b. 1 gram diluted in 250cc of NaCl administered in 10 minutes
c. 2–5 mg/kg diluted in 80 mL of D5W administered over 20 minutes
d. Aminophylline is contraindicated in asthma.
c
Rationale: a. Incorrect dosage
b. Incorrect dosage
c. Correct.
d. Aminophylline is indicated in asthma refractory to sympathomimetics.
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