Pathophysiology
Medications
Therapy
Miscellaneous
100
This is not a possible trigger for asthma: strong emotion, insulin, exercise, smoke
What is insulin?
100
Albuterol belongs to this class of medications
What is short acting beta-adrenergic agonists (SABAs)?
100
This stage of patient experiences symptoms <2x/wk, <2 nighttime awakenings per month, and no interference with normal activity (give their level of severity)
What is intermittent?
100
Patients who are taking an ICS should rinse their mouths out after use to prevent this
What is thrush?
200
This is a key inflammatory mediator in asthma
What is the eosinophil?
200
The use of a LABA without concomitant use of this class of medications is contraindicated in asthma patients
What are inhaled corticosteroids?
200
This medication class would be preferred in a patient with mild persistent asthma
What is a low-dose ICS?
200
This type of inhaler should not be rinsed with water
What is a DPI?
300
This part of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for bronchoconstriction
What is the parasympathetic nervous system?
300
These two components make up Symbicort (be specific)
What are budesonide and formoterol?
300
In the past 4 weeks, this patient reports that his asthma has kept him from getting work done a little of the time. He has experienced SOB about 4x/wk. He has been woken up at night by his asthma once during the past 4 weeks, and has had to use his albuterol inhaler 3x/wk. He would rate his asthma as somewhat controlled. This is his ACT score
What is 17?
300
Spacers can only be attached to this type of inhaler
What is an MDI?
400
Stimulation of these receptors causes the sympathetic nervous system to dilate and relax the bronchioles of the lungs
What are adrenergic receptors?
400
This medication may cause anaphylaxis, and for this reason, the patient must be observed for 2 hours after administration
What is omalizumab (Xolair)?
400
This patient is currently on Flovent 220mcg, and recently came to the clinic complaining of worsening symptoms. His ACT score was measured as 15. The pharmacist would recommend the following
What is stepping up therapy by adding a LABA to his current regimen?
400
These 3 items should be assessed with the patient before modifying their therapy
What is inhaler technique, compliance, and environmental changes (ICE)?
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