12 Questions
Which type of drug is considered the drug of choice for mild asthma?
Adrenergic agonists
What is the main characteristic symptom of asthma?
Shortness of breath
Which system innervates bronchioles and can cause bronchoconstriction?
Parasympathetic system
What is the role of leukotriene antagonists in treating asthma?
Inhibit inflammatory response in the airways
Which drug is considered the drug of choice for treatment of acute anaphylaxis and status asthmaticus?
Epinephrine
What is the main cause of asthma according to the text?
Family history
Which type of adrenergic agonist offers rapid bronchodilation with little undesired effect of α-1 or β-1 stimulation?
Short-acting β-2 selective agonists
Which adrenergic agonist provides bronchodilation for at least 12 hours and is considered useful adjunctive therapy for attaining asthma control?
Salmeterol
What is the main limitation of cholinergic antagonists in managing asthma?
Failure to inhibit broncho-constriction in certain individuals
Which type of adrenergic agonist should not be used for quick relief of an acute asthma attack due to its slower onset of action?
Salmeterol
What is the role of leukotrienes in asthma?
Not mentioned in the text
Which type of adrenergic agonist acts by blocking the contraction of airway smooth muscle and mucus secretion?
Ipratropium
Explore the lecture outline on the introduction to asthma, its causes, and the drugs used to treat it. Learn about adrenergic agonists, cholinergic antagonists, and the role of leukotrienes in asthma. Understand the inflammatory nature of asthma and its symptoms.
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