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What is the preferred Beta-2 Adrenergic Agonist for acute asthma attacks?
What is the preferred Beta-2 Adrenergic Agonist for acute asthma attacks?
- Terbutaline
- Formoterol
- Salmeterol
- Albuterol (correct)
Why should Beta-2 Agonists be avoided in patients with tachydysrhythmias?
Why should Beta-2 Agonists be avoided in patients with tachydysrhythmias?
- Due to bronchospasm risk
- Due to risk of increasing heart rate further (correct)
- Due to hypotension risk
- Due to bradycardia risk
When should a patient report an increase in heart rate after taking a Beta-2 Agonist?
When should a patient report an increase in heart rate after taking a Beta-2 Agonist?
- Heart rate increase of 40-50 beats/min
- Heart rate increase of 20-30 beats/min (correct)
- Heart rate increase of 60-70 beats/min
- Heart rate increase of 10-15 beats/min
Which long-acting Beta-2 Adrenergic Agonist is used for long-term control of asthma?
Which long-acting Beta-2 Adrenergic Agonist is used for long-term control of asthma?
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In what order should a patient take a Beta-2 Agonist and an inhaled corticosteroid if using them together?
In what order should a patient take a Beta-2 Agonist and an inhaled corticosteroid if using them together?
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