Asthma Pharmacological Management

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What is the primary mechanism of action of beta2 agonists in asthma management?

  • Stimulation of β3 receptors to increase mucociliary clearance
  • Inhibition of β2 receptors to reduce airway resistance
  • Stimulation of β1 receptors to increase heart rate
  • Stimulation of β2 receptors to relax bronchial smooth muscles (correct)

What is the primary objective of anti-inflammatory agents in asthma management?

  • To stimulate β2 receptors
  • To increase mucociliary clearance
  • To reverse bronchospasms
  • To inhibit or prevent the inflammatory component (correct)

What is the significance of FEV monitoring in asthma management?

  • To monitor the importance of inhaler technique
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of anti-inflammatory agents (correct)
  • To assess the severity of bronchospasms
  • To measure bronchial smooth muscle relaxation

What is the primary goal of asthma pharmacological management?

<p>To manage and control asthma symptoms (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of patient education in asthma management?

<p>To ensure proper inhaler technique (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between short-acting and long-acting beta2 agonists?

<p>Onset and duration of action (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of using chromoglycates in asthma management?

<p>Anti-inflammatory properties (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor contributing to successful asthma management?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism of action of xanthines in bronchodilation?

<p>Phosphodiesterase inhibition resulting in increased cAMP (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of beta2 agonists in asthma management?

<p>Uncontrolled hypertension (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of therapy in chronic asthma management?

<p>To identify patients not adequately controlled (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential side effect of high-dose systemic beta2 agonist use?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary therapeutic use of xanthines in asthma management?

<p>For long-term prophylaxis of persistent asthma (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential interaction between beta2 agonists and other medications?

<p>Increased risk of hypokalemia with concomitant use of corticosteroids (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the nurse in chronic asthma management?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of using aminophylline over theophylline in chronic asthma management?

<p>Aminophylline is formulated for IV/parenteral use (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main disadvantage of using salmeterol for terminating acute asthma attacks?

<p>Its onset of action is too long (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which route of administration for salbutamol is preferred for mild to moderate asthma attacks?

<p>Metered Dose Inhaler (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For which condition is salbutamol considered the drug of choice?

<p>Acute asthmatic attacks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary therapeutic use of salmeterol in asthma management?

<p>As an adjunct for prophylaxis in patients failing corticosteroids (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common adverse drug reaction (ADR) associated with salbutamol use?

<p>Tremor (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does salbutamol help in treating acute hyperkalemia?

<p>By stimulating potassium inflow into cells (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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