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What is the primary mediator of the second phase of asthmatic attacks?
What is the primary mediator of the second phase of asthmatic attacks?
- Histamine (correct)
- Mucous
- Acetylcholine
- Bronchial smooth muscle
Why is a low FEV1 considered a useful metric of airflow limitation?
Why is a low FEV1 considered a useful metric of airflow limitation?
- It directly measures the amount of acetylcholine in the lungs.
- It correlates with a decrease in mucus production.
- It indicates bronchoconstriction. (correct)
- It reflects an increase in histamine levels.
What is the purpose of pharmacological control of bronchial smooth muscle tone?
What is the purpose of pharmacological control of bronchial smooth muscle tone?
- To minimize side effects of drugs (correct)
- To increase systemic exposure to drugs
- To induce hyperinflation of the lungs
- To promote mucus retention in the airways
What is the advantage of inhalation of drugs for airflow limitation compared to oral administration?
What is the advantage of inhalation of drugs for airflow limitation compared to oral administration?
Which method maximizes drug inhalation during inhaler use?
Which method maximizes drug inhalation during inhaler use?
Which statement regarding Salbutamol is FALSE?
Which statement regarding Salbutamol is FALSE?
What is the primary mechanism of action of muscarinic receptor antagonists like ipratropium bromide?
What is the primary mechanism of action of muscarinic receptor antagonists like ipratropium bromide?
Which condition are methylxanthines such as theophylline and aminophylline more commonly used for?
Which condition are methylxanthines such as theophylline and aminophylline more commonly used for?
What is a common side effect associated with methylxanthines like theophylline?
What is a common side effect associated with methylxanthines like theophylline?
Which drug combination shows an additive effect on change in FEV1?
Which drug combination shows an additive effect on change in FEV1?
Which statement about the effect of selective Beta2 adrenoceptor agonists on Beta1 receptors is TRUE?
Which statement about the effect of selective Beta2 adrenoceptor agonists on Beta1 receptors is TRUE?
Which of the following is not a common trigger for asthma?
Which of the following is not a common trigger for asthma?
What is the primary cause of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
What is the primary cause of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
Which class of bronchodilator drugs acts on β-adrenoceptors?
Which class of bronchodilator drugs acts on β-adrenoceptors?
What is the distinguishing feature between asthma and COPD in terms of lung function?
What is the distinguishing feature between asthma and COPD in terms of lung function?
Which term describes the episodic bouts of airflow limitation seen in asthma?
Which term describes the episodic bouts of airflow limitation seen in asthma?
Why is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) considered irreversible?
Why is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) considered irreversible?
Which type of adrenoceptor agonist is salbutamol?
Which type of adrenoceptor agonist is salbutamol?
What is the main side effect related to the stimulation of Beta1 receptors by salbutamol and terbutaline?
What is the main side effect related to the stimulation of Beta1 receptors by salbutamol and terbutaline?
Why is regularly scheduled use of short-acting adrenoceptor agonists generally not recommended?
Why is regularly scheduled use of short-acting adrenoceptor agonists generally not recommended?
Which long-acting β-adrenoceptor agonist has a slower onset of action?
Which long-acting β-adrenoceptor agonist has a slower onset of action?
What caution should be taken with long-acting β-adrenoceptor agonists like salmeterol?
What caution should be taken with long-acting β-adrenoceptor agonists like salmeterol?
What is the most effective medication for the relief of acute bronchospasm?
What is the most effective medication for the relief of acute bronchospasm?
