An asthma episode includes which of the following criteria?
a. mucus production
b. fevere
c. rhinitis
d. gastroesophageal reflux disease correct answersThe three components of an asthma exacerbation are inflammation, bronchoconstriction, and mucus production.
What is the mechanism of action ...
An asthma episode includes which of the following criteria?
a. mucus production
b. fevere
c. rhinitis
d. gastroesophageal reflux disease correct answersThe three components of an asthma exacerbation are
inflammation, bronchoconstriction, and mucus production.
What is the mechanism of action for short-acting bronchodilators?
a. pet dander and cleaning sprays
b. perfumes and tree pollen
c. leaf smoke and air fresheners
d. cigarette smoke and dust mites correct answersShort-acting bronchodilators work on the smooth
muscle lining of the airways by relaxing the muscles and opening the bronchioles.
Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of Xolair?
a. history of tumors
b. history of prior intubation
c. history of refractory bronchospasm
d. history of allergies correct answersPatients with a history of tumors or cancer should not use this drug
because it can cause malignant tumors in some populations.
When asthma is severe and poorly controlled for long periods of time, what changes take place within
the patient's respiratory system? correct answersPermanent airway remodeling is the result of chronic,
poorly controlled asthma. These changes are irreversible and mimic COPD.
Which of the following criteria is NOT used for the categorization of a patient's asthma?
a. impairment
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