While administering an aerosol bronchodilator to a pediatric patient,the parent asks if the child can be given an oral medication to open her airways.Which of the following could you suggest?

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Albuterol is a commonly used bronchodilator medication that can be given orally in addition to aerosol administration. Salmeterol and formoterol are long-acting bronchodilators and should not be used as rescue medication. Xopenex is a brand name for levalbuterol, which is also a bronchodilator but has not been extensively studied for oral use in pediatric patients.

While Administering an Aerosol Bronchodilator to a Pediatric Patient,the Parent