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Which type of drug is considered the drug of choice for mild asthma?
Which type of drug is considered the drug of choice for mild asthma?
- Monoclonal Antibodies
- Leukotriene antagonists
- Adrenergic agonists (correct)
- Corticosteroids
What is the main characteristic symptom of asthma?
What is the main characteristic symptom of asthma?
- Fever
- Sore throat
- Fatigue
- Shortness of breath (correct)
Which system innervates bronchioles and can cause bronchoconstriction?
Which system innervates bronchioles and can cause bronchoconstriction?
- Sympathetic system
- Parasympathetic system (correct)
- Digestive system
- Endocrine system
What is the role of leukotriene antagonists in treating asthma?
What is the role of leukotriene antagonists in treating asthma?
Which drug is considered the drug of choice for treatment of acute anaphylaxis and status asthmaticus?
Which drug is considered the drug of choice for treatment of acute anaphylaxis and status asthmaticus?
What is the main cause of asthma according to the text?
What is the main cause of asthma according to the text?
Which type of adrenergic agonist offers rapid bronchodilation with little undesired effect of α-1 or β-1 stimulation?
Which type of adrenergic agonist offers rapid bronchodilation with little undesired effect of α-1 or β-1 stimulation?
Which adrenergic agonist provides bronchodilation for at least 12 hours and is considered useful adjunctive therapy for attaining asthma control?
Which adrenergic agonist provides bronchodilation for at least 12 hours and is considered useful adjunctive therapy for attaining asthma control?
What is the main limitation of cholinergic antagonists in managing asthma?
What is the main limitation of cholinergic antagonists in managing asthma?
Which type of adrenergic agonist should not be used for quick relief of an acute asthma attack due to its slower onset of action?
Which type of adrenergic agonist should not be used for quick relief of an acute asthma attack due to its slower onset of action?
What is the role of leukotrienes in asthma?
What is the role of leukotrienes in asthma?
Which type of adrenergic agonist acts by blocking the contraction of airway smooth muscle and mucus secretion?
Which type of adrenergic agonist acts by blocking the contraction of airway smooth muscle and mucus secretion?
