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1. What are the 3 physiological causes of asthma?
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Bronchoconstriction
Inflammation Bronchial Hyperactivity |
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2. How do we treat asthma- Stepwise approach?
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Step Approach to Asthma
• Step 1 (Mild) – SABA, if used more than 2x/wk consider step 2. • Step 2 (Mild persistent) – Low-dose steroid inhaler daily. An LT antagonist or methylxanthine are alternatives for pts over 12 years of age. SABA inhaler for acute symptom control. • Step 3 (Moderate) – Intermediate-dose ICS or low dose ICS with LABA. SABA inhaler for acute symptom control. • Step 4 (Moderate) – Medium dose ICS+ LABA inhaler. SABA inhaler for acute symptom control. • Step 5 – High dose ICS and LABA • Step 6 – Addition of an oral steroid (2 mg/kg/day not to exceed 60 mg/day) used daily. |
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3. What is the difference between a nebulizer and an inhaler?
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4. Albuterol is a SABA (Short acting beta agonist)- What does it do to the airways?
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