Which of the following medications may be useful in treating the effects of broncoconstriction in a patient with an allergic reaction?
a. Hydrocortisone
b. Proventil
c. Intal
d. Dopamine
b
a. Steroids are most helpful in the secondary, inflammatory phase of an allergic reaction.
b. Correct.
c. Intal is a preventative medication and not indicated for the acute management of an allergic reaction.
d. Dopamine is a potent vasopressor reserved for anaphylaxis refractory to epinephrine.
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