18 Questions
What is the first-line agent for maintenance in COPD?
Inhaled β2 agonist
Which medication prevents bronchoconstriction by blocking M3 receptors?
Muscarinic antagonists
Which medication inhibits cytokine NF-kB and has side effects like oral thrush?
Inhaled corticosteroids
What is the main purpose of PDE-4 inhibitors in COPD treatment?
Decrease inflammation
What is the purpose of antibiotics like azithromycin/macrolides in COPD?
Treat infections
Which medication is known for side effects like dry mouth and cough?
Inhaled β2 agonist
What is the recommended therapy for patients with very severe asthma?
Monoclonal therapy
Which medication is rarely used in asthma treatment?
Theophylline
What is a common characteristic of COPD according to the text?
Mucous production
What is the most important step in prevention and maintenance therapy for COPD patients?
Stop smoking
Which condition results in small airway collapse on exhale in COPD?
Alveoli destruction
What is a potential risk associated with theophylline use in asthma?
Large toxicities & drug interactions
What is the recommended medication for Group A patients with COPD according to the GOLD guidelines?
LAMA (maintenance) plus SABA (rescue as needed)
What is the main purpose of using a macrolide antibiotic in COPD management?
To decrease neutrophil chemotaxis and inflammation
What medication should be added if a COPD patient still experiences exacerbations despite being on LAMA + LABA?
Macrolide Antibiotic
Which medication is a Selective Phosphodiesterase-4 Inhibitor used in COPD and can reduce exacerbations in severe cases?
Roflumilast
In which group of COPD patients are both LAMA and LABA recommended together according to the GOLD guidelines?
Group E
What is the first-line medication recommended for all patients with COPD?
LAMA (Long-acting muscarinic antagonist)
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