5 Questions
Which of the following is a characteristic of status asthmaticus?
It is an acute severe asthma not easily reversed resulting in hypoxemia and requires hospitalization
Which drug category is used for the treatment of asthma to provide relief of bronchospasm?
Bronchodilators
What are the categories of longer-acting bronchodilators used in the treatment of asthma?
Salmeterol and formoterol
Which type of asthma is triggered by B-blockers and NSAIDs?
Intrinsic asthma
What is the onset duration of short-acting bronchodilators like salbutamol and terbutaline?
Onset: 30 min – duration 3–5 h; used ‘as needed’
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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