A school nurse is caring for a 10 -year-old girl who is having an asthma attack. What is the preferred intervention to alleviate this clients airflow obstruction?

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Asthma exacerbations are best managed by early treatment and education of the patient. Quick-acting beta-adrenergic medications are the first used for prompt relief of airflow obstruction. Systemic corticosteroids may be necessary to decrease airway inflammation in patients who fail to respond to inhaled beta-adrenergic medication. A peak flow device will not resolve short-term shortness of breath.

A School Nurse Is Caring for a 10 -Year-Old Girl