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What is the primary mechanism of action of beta2 agonists in asthma management?
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?
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?
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?
What is the primary goal of asthma pharmacological management?
What is the importance of patient education in asthma management?
What is the importance of patient education in asthma management?
What is the primary difference between short-acting and long-acting beta2 agonists?
What is the primary difference between short-acting and long-acting beta2 agonists?
What is the primary advantage of using chromoglycates in asthma management?
What is the primary advantage of using chromoglycates in asthma management?
What is the primary factor contributing to successful asthma management?
What is the primary factor contributing to successful asthma management?
What is the primary mechanism of action of xanthines in bronchodilation?
What is the primary mechanism of action of xanthines in bronchodilation?
Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of beta2 agonists in asthma management?
Which of the following is a contraindication for the use of beta2 agonists in asthma management?
What is the primary goal of therapy in chronic asthma management?
What is the primary goal of therapy in chronic asthma management?
Which of the following is a potential side effect of high-dose systemic beta2 agonist use?
Which of the following is a potential side effect of high-dose systemic beta2 agonist use?
What is the primary therapeutic use of xanthines in asthma management?
What is the primary therapeutic use of xanthines in asthma management?
Which of the following is a potential interaction between beta2 agonists and other medications?
Which of the following is a potential interaction between beta2 agonists and other medications?
What is the primary role of the nurse in chronic asthma management?
What is the primary role of the nurse in chronic asthma management?
What is the primary advantage of using aminophylline over theophylline in chronic asthma management?
What is the primary advantage of using aminophylline over theophylline in chronic asthma management?
What is the main disadvantage of using salmeterol for terminating acute asthma attacks?
What is the main disadvantage of using salmeterol for terminating acute asthma attacks?
Which route of administration for salbutamol is preferred for mild to moderate asthma attacks?
Which route of administration for salbutamol is preferred for mild to moderate asthma attacks?
For which condition is salbutamol considered the drug of choice?
For which condition is salbutamol considered the drug of choice?
What is a primary therapeutic use of salmeterol in asthma management?
What is a primary therapeutic use of salmeterol in asthma management?
What is a common adverse drug reaction (ADR) associated with salbutamol use?
What is a common adverse drug reaction (ADR) associated with salbutamol use?
How does salbutamol help in treating acute hyperkalemia?
How does salbutamol help in treating acute hyperkalemia?
