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What type of lung function test is used to measure lung volume and flow rates?
What type of lung function test is used to measure lung volume and flow rates?
- Lung biopsy
- Spirometer (correct)
- Blood test
- X-ray
What is the most useful test for abnormalities in airway function?
What is the most useful test for abnormalities in airway function?
- Oxygen saturation
- Chest X-ray
- Forced expiratory volume (FEV) (correct)
- Blood test
What does the FEV1 measure?
What does the FEV1 measure?
- Oxygen levels
- Total lung capacity
- Forced expiratory volume in the first second (correct)
- Forced vital capacity
What is the normal range for the FEV1/FVC ratio in adults?
What is the normal range for the FEV1/FVC ratio in adults?
In obstructive lung disorders like asthma, what happens to the FEV1 and FEV1/FVC ratio?
In obstructive lung disorders like asthma, what happens to the FEV1 and FEV1/FVC ratio?
What is the advantage of using a peak flow meter compared to a spirometer?
What is the advantage of using a peak flow meter compared to a spirometer?
According to the passage, what is a key feature of asthma?
According to the passage, what is a key feature of asthma?
What are the typical respiratory symptoms of asthma mentioned in the passage?
What are the typical respiratory symptoms of asthma mentioned in the passage?
What triggers can worsen asthma symptoms, according to the passage?
What triggers can worsen asthma symptoms, according to the passage?
What type of asthma is associated with a family history and childhood onset?
What type of asthma is associated with a family history and childhood onset?
What is the pathophysiology of asthma based on, according to the passage?
What is the pathophysiology of asthma based on, according to the passage?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a type of asthma in the passage?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a type of asthma in the passage?
What is a recommended action to prevent exercise-induced bronchospasm for patients with asthma?
What is a recommended action to prevent exercise-induced bronchospasm for patients with asthma?
Which nonpharmacological measure is recommended for patients with asthma who have allergies?
Which nonpharmacological measure is recommended for patients with asthma who have allergies?
What should patients do to protect against noxious occupational inhalants?
What should patients do to protect against noxious occupational inhalants?
Which type of vaccines are recommended for patients with asthma?
Which type of vaccines are recommended for patients with asthma?
What is the suggested approach for managing stress in patients with asthma?
What is the suggested approach for managing stress in patients with asthma?
How should patients modify outdoor activities during unfavorable weather conditions?
How should patients modify outdoor activities during unfavorable weather conditions?
Which of the following is NOT a key factor in diagnosing chronic asthma?
Which of the following is NOT a key factor in diagnosing chronic asthma?
Which of the following is NOT a desired outcome of asthma treatment?
Which of the following is NOT a desired outcome of asthma treatment?
In the treatment of acute severe asthma, what is the primary goal?
In the treatment of acute severe asthma, what is the primary goal?
Which of the following tests can be used to confirm asthma diagnosis if baseline spirometry is normal?
Which of the following tests can be used to confirm asthma diagnosis if baseline spirometry is normal?
Which of the following is NOT a desired outcome of asthma treatment according to the text?
Which of the following is NOT a desired outcome of asthma treatment according to the text?
What is included in the treatment of asthma?
What is included in the treatment of asthma?
What does GINA recommend for Step 1 treatment in adults and adolescents?
What does GINA recommend for Step 1 treatment in adults and adolescents?
Why did GINA stop recommending SABA-only treatment?
Why did GINA stop recommending SABA-only treatment?
What is the purpose of using ICS as a controller treatment according to GINA?
What is the purpose of using ICS as a controller treatment according to GINA?
What is MART as recommended by GINA for asthma management?
What is MART as recommended by GINA for asthma management?
In mild asthma, how can ICS be delivered according to GINA?
In mild asthma, how can ICS be delivered according to GINA?
What approach does GINA recommend for Steps 3–5 in adults and adolescents?
What approach does GINA recommend for Steps 3–5 in adults and adolescents?
