An acute exacerbation of asthma is treated with which of the following?
a. Corticosteroids and theophylline by mouth
b. Inhaled bronchodilators and intravenous corticosteroids
c. Prone positioning or continuous lateral rotation
d. Sedation and inhaled bronchodilators
B
Inhaled bronchodilators and intravenous corticosteroids are standard treatment for the exacerbation of asthma; they promote dilation of the bronchioles and decreased inflammation of the airways. Proning and continuous lateral rotation are therapies to treat hypoxemia secondary to acute respiratory distress syndrome. Sedation is not recommended.
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