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What is the impact of socioeconomic status on asthma?
What is the impact of socioeconomic status on asthma?
- It has no impact on asthma
- It is a minor risk factor for asthma
- It only affects children with asthma
- The impact is enormous (correct)
According to the hygiene hypothesis, how does decreased infection in early life affect the immune system?
According to the hygiene hypothesis, how does decreased infection in early life affect the immune system?
- It biases the immune system towards an allergic phenotype (correct)
- It boosts the immune system
- It increases the risk of asthma
- It has no effect on the immune system
Which of the following factors may protect against the development of asthma in children?
Which of the following factors may protect against the development of asthma in children?
- Infection with respiratory syncytial virus
- Obesity
- Dietary intake including vitamin E and selenium (correct)
- Exposure to allergens
What is a common symptom of bronchial asthma?
What is a common symptom of bronchial asthma?
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What is a risk factor implicated in the development of asthma?
What is a risk factor implicated in the development of asthma?
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In childhood, who is more commonly affected by asthma?
In childhood, who is more commonly affected by asthma?
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