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Which of the following is a characteristic of status asthmaticus?
Which of the following is a characteristic of status asthmaticus?
- It is triggered by exercise and drug-induced stimuli
- It is an acute severe asthma not easily reversed resulting in hypoxemia and requires hospitalization (correct)
- It is a chronic form of asthma with persistent symptoms
- It is an extrinsic form of asthma caused by environmental allergens
Which drug category is used for the treatment of asthma to provide relief of bronchospasm?
Which drug category is used for the treatment of asthma to provide relief of bronchospasm?
- Anti-IgE antibodies
- Leukotriene antagonists
- Bronchodilators (correct)
- Lipoxygenase inhibitors
What are the categories of longer-acting bronchodilators used in the treatment of asthma?
What are the categories of longer-acting bronchodilators used in the treatment of asthma?
- Monteleukast and zafirlukast
- Theophylline and muscarinic antagonists
- Salbutamol and terbutaline
- Salmeterol and formoterol (correct)
Which type of asthma is triggered by B-blockers and NSAIDs?
Which type of asthma is triggered by B-blockers and NSAIDs?
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What is the onset duration of short-acting bronchodilators like salbutamol and terbutaline?
What is the onset duration of short-acting bronchodilators like salbutamol and terbutaline?
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Study Notes
Status Asthmaticus
- A characteristic of status asthmaticus is a severe, persistent, and unresponsive asthma attack that requires immediate medical attention.
Treatment of Asthma
- Beta2 agonists are the drug category used to provide relief of bronchospasm in asthma treatment.
Longer-acting Bronchodilators
- The categories of longer-acting bronchodilators used in the treatment of asthma are:
- Long-acting beta2 agonists (LABAs)
- Long-acting muscarinic antagonists (LAMAs)
Asthma Triggers
- Aspirin-induced asthma is triggered by:
- B-blockers
- NSAIDs
Short-acting Bronchodilators
- The onset duration of short-acting bronchodilators like salbutamol and terbutaline is 15-30 minutes, with a duration of action of 4-6 hours.
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