// AEMT Question · Advanced Airway
An asthmatic remains in severe distress after nebulized albuterol. Next step at the AEMT level typically includes:
A. Repeat albuterol; consider ipratropium; prepare for advanced airway/CPAP per protocolCorrect
B. Immediate cricothyrotomy
C. Withhold further treatment
D. Give aspirin
// Rationale
Repeat bronchodilators, add ipratropium if available, and escalate to CPAP or advanced airway.