A nurse is assisting with the care of a child who is in status asthmaticus. Which of the following medications should the nurse administer first?

Rationale:A) Heliox may be used in the management of severe asthma exacerbations, but albuterol via nebulizer is typically administered first for rapid bronchodilation.B) Albuterol is a short-acting beta agonist bronchodilator used as the first-line treatment in acute asthma exacerbations to relieve bronchospasm and improve airflow.C) Prednisone, an oral corticosteroid, may be indicated in the treatment of status asthmaticus, but it is not the first medication administered.D) 0.9% sodium chloride via IV bolus is not indicated as the initial treatment for status asthmaticus.