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Which of the following beta agonists is the SABA of choice for the management of acute asthma symptoms?
Which of the following beta agonists is the SABA of choice for the management of acute asthma symptoms?
- Formoterol
- Terbutaline
- Albuterol (correct)
- Metaproterenol
What is the main concern when abruptly discontinuing beta agonists?
What is the main concern when abruptly discontinuing beta agonists?
- Rebound hypertension (correct)
- Respiratory depression
- Xerostomia
- Tachycardia
Which of the following is a common side effect of beta agonists that patients tend to develop tolerance to?
Which of the following is a common side effect of beta agonists that patients tend to develop tolerance to?
- Tremors (correct)
- Tachycardia
- Anxiety
- Restlessness
What is the maximum duration of using injectable terbutaline to suppress premature labor?
What is the maximum duration of using injectable terbutaline to suppress premature labor?
Which of the following medications increases the risk of adverse cardiovascular effects when used concomitantly with beta agonists?
Which of the following medications increases the risk of adverse cardiovascular effects when used concomitantly with beta agonists?
What is the main indication for the use of long-acting beta agonists (LABAs) such as salmeterol and formoterol?
What is the main indication for the use of long-acting beta agonists (LABAs) such as salmeterol and formoterol?
What is the reason for avoiding abrupt discontinuance of β2 agonists?
What is the reason for avoiding abrupt discontinuance of β2 agonists?
Which SABA is more selective for β2 receptors than metaproterenol?
Which SABA is more selective for β2 receptors than metaproterenol?
What is the main indication for using injectable terbutaline?
What is the main indication for using injectable terbutaline?
What is a common side effect of SABA and LABA?
What is a common side effect of SABA and LABA?
Why should concomitant use of MAOIs with β2 agonists be avoided?
Why should concomitant use of MAOIs with β2 agonists be avoided?
What is the class of salmeterol, formoterol, and indacaterol?
What is the class of salmeterol, formoterol, and indacaterol?
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