Beta-agonists, such as albuterol, are the primary treatment for acute asthma exacerbations. They work by relaxing bronchial smooth muscles and opening the airways, making them an appropriate first-line intervention when delivered via nebulizer or inhaler to provide rapid relief from respiratory distress.
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BCEN Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) /
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