A client with asthma asks which of the prescribed medications should be used in the event of an acute episode of bronchospasm. The nurse will instruct the client to use: 1. Albuterol, a beta agonist...

A client with asthma asks which of the prescribed medications should be used in the event of an acute episode of bronchospasm. The nurse will instruct the client to use:

1. Albuterol, a beta agonist bronchodilator, by inhalation.

2. Beclomethasone, a glucocorticoid anti-inflammatory drug, by inhalation.

3. Ipratropium, an anticholinergic bronchodilator, by inhalation.

4. Zafirlukast, a leukotriene modifier, by mouth.