?-Adrenergic agonists and methylxanthines are often prescribed for a child with an asthma attack. Which describes their action?
a. Liquefy secretions.
b. Dilate the bronchioles.
c. Reduce inflammation of the lungs.
d. Reduce infection.
ANS: B
?-Adrenergic agonists and methylxanthines work to dilate the bronchioles in acute exacerbations. These medications do not liquefy secretions or reduce infection. Corticosteroids and mast cell stabilizers reduce inflammation in the lungs.
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