Question

a nurse is assisting in the care of a client experiencing acute asthma manifestations. the medication ordered is one that will provide immediate relief for the client having an asthma flare - up. which of the following is the class of medication likely ordered for the client?
long - acting beta - agonists (labas)
long - acting anti - cholinergic (muscarinic) agents
inhaled corticosteroid
short - acting beta - 2 agonist (saba)

Explanation:

Short - acting beta - 2 agonists (SABAs) work quickly (usually within minutes) by relaxing the smooth muscles around the airways. Long - acting beta - agonists (LABAs) are for long - term control, not immediate relief. Long - acting anti - cholinergic agents are also for long - term management. Inhaled corticosteroids are for reducing airway inflammation over time, not for immediate relief during an acute flare - up.

Answer:

Short - acting beta - 2 agonist (SABA)