COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS
◍ What is the cornerstone treatment for asthma?
A. Albuterol
B. Salmetrol
C. Inhaled corticosteroid (ICS)
D. Inhaled corticosteroid and SABA (Albuterol) Answer:C. Inhaled
corticosteroid (ICS)
◍ What is Step 1 and 2 in asthma management?
A. ICS + Formoterol as needed
B. ICS + Albuterol as needed
C. ICS + Formoterol daily
D. ICS + Trilegy daily
E. ICS + Albuterol daily Answer:A. ICS + Formoterol as needed
Remember "Formoterol, F for Fast, First choice"
, ◍ Jimmy, a 29 year old male has been having frequent episodes of
asthma flare ups. The NP decides based on GINA guidelines he fits
Stage 3. What is the best option for Jimmy in managing asthma
symptoms?
A. Low dose ICS daily standalone
B. Increase Albuterol to BID PRN
C. Start on Formoterol standalone daily
D. Start Trilegy inhaler daily
E. None of the above are appropriate Answer:E. None of the above are
appropriate
You would start Formoterol + low dose ICS daily
◍ FEV1/FVC ratio in COPD:
A. 0.70, or 70%
B. 0.50, or 50%
C. 0.80, or 80% Answer:A. 0.70, or 70% & B. 0.50, or 50%
◍ Treatment of Group A (Less symptoms and hospitalizations) for
COPD Answer:Bronchodilator (preferably LABA or LAMA)