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What is the primary role of an asthma educator?
The primary role is to provide education to patients on how to manage their asthma effectively.
What is an asthma action plan?
It is a personalized plan that outlines how to manage asthma daily...
✓✓ The primary role is to provide education to patients on how to manage their asthma effectively.
What is an asthma action plan?
✓✓ It is a personalized plan that outlines how to manage asthma daily and handle worsening symptoms.
How does a peak flow meter help asthma patients?
✓✓ It measures how well air moves out of the lungs, helping to monitor and manage asthma symptoms.
When should a patient use their rescue inhaler?
✓✓ A rescue inhaler should be used during asthma attacks or when symptoms like wheezing or
shortness of breath worsen.
What is the main difference between rescue medications and controller medications?
✓✓ Rescue medications provide quick relief from symptoms, while controller medications are used daily
to prevent symptoms.
How often should a patient with asthma take their controller medication?
✓✓ Every day, even if they feel well, to maintain long-term control of asthma.
What triggers can cause asthma attacks?
✓✓ Common triggers include allergens, cold air, respiratory infections, exercise, and air pollution.
Why is it important to monitor lung function regularly in asthma patients?
✓✓ Regular monitoring helps track the effectiveness of the asthma management plan and identify early
signs of worsening symptoms.
, What should an asthma patient do if their symptoms do not improve after using a rescue inhaler?
✓✓ They should seek emergency medical help immediately if breathing difficulties persist.
What type of medication is used for long-term asthma control?
✓✓ Inhaled corticosteroids are commonly used for long-term control of asthma.
What lifestyle changes can help reduce asthma triggers?
✓✓ Avoiding allergens, managing stress, quitting smoking, and maintaining a clean environment can
help reduce asthma triggers.
Why is it important for asthma patients to avoid smoking?
✓✓ Smoking irritates the airways and can worsen asthma symptoms, making it harder to control the
condition.
What role do allergies play in asthma?
✓✓ Allergies can trigger asthma attacks by causing inflammation and tightening of the airways.
What should be included in an asthma action plan?
✓✓ It should include daily management instructions, medications to take, how to recognize worsening
symptoms, and emergency contact information.
When is it necessary to update an asthma action plan?
✓✓ It should be updated regularly, especially after an asthma attack, changes in symptoms, or new
medications being prescribed.
How can asthma educators support patients with asthma?
✓✓ They can teach proper inhaler techniques, help create asthma action plans, and provide education
on how to avoid triggers.
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