Long-Acting β2-Agonists in Asthma Therapy
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What is the mechanism of action of anticholinergic drugs?

  • They act on the sympathetic pathway of the autonomic nervous system and enhance the action of acetylcholine at cholinergic receptor sites on smooth muscle cells.
  • They act on the sympathetic pathway of the autonomic nervous system and antagonize the action of acetylcholine at cholinergic receptor sites on smooth muscle cells.
  • They act on the parasympathetic pathway of the autonomic nervous system and enhance the action of acetylcholine at cholinergic receptor sites on smooth muscle cells.
  • They act on the parasympathetic pathway of the autonomic nervous system and antagonize the action of acetylcholine at cholinergic receptor sites on smooth muscle cells. (correct)

    • What are the side effects of anticholinergic drugs?

  • Dizziness, headache, and blurred vision
  • Excessive sweating, diarrhea, and increased salivation
  • Nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain
  • Dry mouth, urinary retention, and constipation (correct)

    • What is the goal of asthma management?

  • To achieve the maximum control of symptoms using the minimum amount of drug therapy, thereby reducing the risk of side-effects. (correct)
  • To completely cure asthma using aggressive drug therapy
  • To use the maximum amount of drug therapy to control symptoms
  • To solely focus on symptom relief without considering drug therapy

    • What is the recommended frequency for reviewing patients with chronic asthma?

    <p>Every 3 to 6 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the classification of asthma control?

    <p>Few asthma symptoms, no sleep disturbance, no exercise limitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended follow-up care for patients who have had a severe asthma attack and were admitted to the hospital?

    <p>GP or asthma nurse follow-up appointment arranged within 1 week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors can affect the metabolism of theophylline?

    <p>Age, sex, body weight, and smoking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended approach for individual dose titration of theophylline?

    <p>Using blood samples</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the therapeutic window of theophylline?

    <p>Very narrow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the potential effects of numerous drug interactions on plasma theophylline levels?

    <p>They can increase or decrease plasma theophylline levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors can affect the metabolism of theophylline?

    <p>Age, sex, body weight, and smoking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which side effects are associated with anticholinergic drugs at high doses?

    <p>Dry mouth, urinary retention, and constipation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the aim of asthma management?

    <p>To achieve maximum control of symptoms using the minimum amount of drug therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often should patients with chronic asthma be reviewed for stepping down of therapy?

    <p>Every 3 to 6 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be in place for a patient who has had an asthma attack and is being discharged from the hospital?

    <p>Asthma self-management plan and correct inhaler technique</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the goals of asthma treatment according to the text?

    <p>Few asthma symptoms, no sleep disturbance, and no exercise limitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which track in the asthma management guidelines involves maintenance and reliever therapy with ICS-formoterol?

    <p>Track 1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the classification of asthma control according to the text?

    <p>Few asthma symptoms, no sleep disturbance, no exercise limitation, and normal lung function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the follow-up care recommendation for a patient who has had a severe asthma attack and was admitted to the hospital?

    <p>Receive follow-up care within 1 week with GP or asthma nurse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the aim of therapy according to the text?

    <p>To achieve control of asthma as quickly as possible and then to reduce treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

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