Multiple Choice
A 5-year-old boy has been admitted with severe asthma.His initial PaCO2 was 30 mm Hg.One hour later his PaCO2 is 45 mm Hg,and 1 hour after that,his PaCO2 is 56 mm Hg.Which of the following interventions would be anticipated?
A) High-dose steroids
B) Chest percussion and vibration
C) Fluid resuscitation with normal saline
D) Mechanical ventilation
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