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What is the primary function of bronchodilators such as Ventolin?
What is the primary function of bronchodilators such as Ventolin?
- Reduce airway swelling
- Provide fast-acting relief by dilating the airways (correct)
- Improve functional capacity
- Suppress inflammation in the airways
Which medication is commonly used as a preventer in managing asthma by suppressing inflammation and reducing airway swelling?
Which medication is commonly used as a preventer in managing asthma by suppressing inflammation and reducing airway swelling?
- Theophylline
- Corticosteroids (correct)
- Epinephrine
- Muco-regulating drugs
Why is aerosol intake preferred over oral ingestion for medications in the management of asthma?
Why is aerosol intake preferred over oral ingestion for medications in the management of asthma?
- It provides sustained bronchodilation
- It is more efficient in delivering medication to the airways (correct)
- It improves functional capacity
- It breaks down mucus effectively
In managing COPD, which medication is used to sustain bronchodilation?
In managing COPD, which medication is used to sustain bronchodilation?
What is the main focus of exercise in managing COPD?
What is the main focus of exercise in managing COPD?
Why is monitoring Oxygen saturation (SaO2) important in patients with COPD during exercise?
Why is monitoring Oxygen saturation (SaO2) important in patients with COPD during exercise?
What is the primary risk factor for Hypertension according to the notes?
What is the primary risk factor for Hypertension according to the notes?
What is the critical diameter complication in Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) that leads to occlusion of the coronary artery?
What is the critical diameter complication in Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) that leads to occlusion of the coronary artery?
Which condition is characterized by lipid/cholesterol deposits causing a reduction in arterial diameter?
Which condition is characterized by lipid/cholesterol deposits causing a reduction in arterial diameter?
What is technically similar to Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) but affects the lower body?
What is technically similar to Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) but affects the lower body?
Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of Cardiopulmonary Diseases as mentioned in the notes?
Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of Cardiopulmonary Diseases as mentioned in the notes?
What lifestyle modification is mentioned as the first priority in managing Hypertension?
What lifestyle modification is mentioned as the first priority in managing Hypertension?
What is the primary cause of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?
What is the primary cause of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?
Which elite athletes are mentioned to have asthma in the text?
Which elite athletes are mentioned to have asthma in the text?
Which pulmonary disease is characterized by constriction and inflammation of the airway?
Which pulmonary disease is characterized by constriction and inflammation of the airway?
What is the primary goal of exercise prescription for patients with heart failure?
What is the primary goal of exercise prescription for patients with heart failure?
Which condition affects the lungs and digestive system, leading to lung inflammation and bacterial infection from mucus?
Which condition affects the lungs and digestive system, leading to lung inflammation and bacterial infection from mucus?
What is a common trigger for asthma attacks mentioned in the text?
What is a common trigger for asthma attacks mentioned in the text?
Which type of exercise is considered most common for patients with heart failure?
Which type of exercise is considered most common for patients with heart failure?
What is the primary goal of reducing cardiovascular load with medications like beta blockers and diuretics?
What is the primary goal of reducing cardiovascular load with medications like beta blockers and diuretics?
What is a characteristic of New York Heart Association Functional Classification II?
What is a characteristic of New York Heart Association Functional Classification II?
