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A patient with asthma is experiencing a severe exacerbation. What is the first-line medication to administer?
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Correct answer A short-acting beta-agonist (such as albuterol).
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A corticosteroid inhaler.
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An anticholinergic inhaler.
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A long-acting beta-agonist.
Rationale
For immediate relief during an asthma exacerbation, a short-acting beta-agonist like albuterol is the first-line treatment. The other medications listed are used for long-term control of asthma, not for acute exacerbations.
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