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Which type of asthma is characterized by recurrent bouts of shortness of breath, chest tightness, coughing, and wheezing?
Which type of asthma is characterized by recurrent bouts of shortness of breath, chest tightness, coughing, and wheezing?
- Moderate persistent
- Mild intermittent (correct)
- Severe persistent
- Mild persistent
Which of the following is a non-selective beta agonist used for bronchodilation?
Which of the following is a non-selective beta agonist used for bronchodilation?
- Budesonide
- Montelukast
- Epinephrine (correct)
- Salmeterol
What is the primary pathophysiological mechanism in asthma that leads to bronchoconstriction?
What is the primary pathophysiological mechanism in asthma that leads to bronchoconstriction?
- Chemotactic mediators attracting inflammatory cells to the airways
- Contraction of airway smooth muscle
- Release of mediators from IgE sensitized mast cells (correct)
- Mucosal thickening from edema
Which type of medication acts as a leukotriene receptor blocker in the treatment of asthma?
Which type of medication acts as a leukotriene receptor blocker in the treatment of asthma?
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Which targeted therapy for asthma involves the use of an IgE antibody?
Which targeted therapy for asthma involves the use of an IgE antibody?
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