#1
Which of the following is a common symptom of asthma?
Fever
Coughing
Joint pain
Blurred vision
#2
Which of the following medications is a quick-relief inhaler commonly used for asthma?
Fluticasone
Albuterol
Montelukast
Salmeterol
#3
What is the purpose of a spacer device when using an inhaler?
To increase the force of inhalation
To reduce the risk of oral thrush and systemic side effects
To decrease the dispersion of the medication into the air
To provide a visual indicator of medication use
#4
What is the recommended treatment for mild intermittent asthma according to the NAEPP guidelines?
As-needed short-acting beta agonist (SABA) inhaler
Low-dose inhaled corticosteroids (ICS)
Leukotriene modifiers
Long-acting beta agonists (LABAs)
#5
What is the purpose of a peak flow meter in asthma management?
To measure lung volume
To assess airway inflammation
To monitor lung function and detect changes
To administer medication
#6
Which of the following is a potential trigger for nocturnal asthma symptoms?
High humidity
Daytime exercise
Sleeping in a supine position
Taking long-acting beta agonists (LABAs)
#7
What is the primary mechanism of action of corticosteroids in asthma management?
Bronchodilation
Decreasing airway inflammation
Stimulating mucus production
Reducing histamine release
#8
Which of the following is NOT a common trigger for asthma exacerbation?
Allergens
Exercise
Hot weather
Smoke
#9
What is the role of leukotriene modifiers in asthma management?
To provide quick relief during asthma attacks
To reduce airway inflammation and improve long-term control
To dilate bronchial tubes rapidly
To stimulate mucus production
#10
Which of the following is a potential side effect of long-term use of high-dose inhaled corticosteroids?
Weight loss
Hyperglycemia
Hypotension
Increased bone density
#11
Which of the following is NOT a recommended action during an asthma attack?
Using a rescue inhaler
Remaining calm and sitting upright
Continuing strenuous physical activity
Seeking emergency medical help if symptoms worsen
#12
Which of the following is a potential trigger for exercise-induced asthma?
Cool, dry air
Hot, humid air
Low-intensity exercise
Static stretching
#13
What is the recommended stepwise approach for managing asthma according to the National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (NAEPP) guidelines?
Start with high-dose corticosteroids
Start with low-dose corticosteroids
Start with leukotriene modifiers
Start with long-acting beta agonists (LABAs)
#14
What is the goal of asthma management according to the Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) guidelines?
To completely eliminate all asthma symptoms
To minimize the need for quick-relief medications
To achieve and maintain control of asthma symptoms
To only address acute exacerbations
#15
What is the role of mast cell stabilizers in asthma management?
To provide immediate relief of bronchospasm
To reduce airway inflammation by inhibiting mast cell degranulation
To relax smooth muscles in the airways
To inhibit the synthesis of leukotrienes
#16
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of severe asthma?
Easily controlled with low-dose inhaled corticosteroids
Frequent exacerbations despite high-dose controller medications
Symptoms only occur during exercise
Nocturnal asthma symptoms less than once a week
#17
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of eosinophilic asthma?
Predominance of neutrophils in sputum
Decreased IgE levels
Poor response to inhaled corticosteroids
Absence of airway inflammation
#18
What is the primary mechanism of action of long-acting beta agonists (LABAs) in asthma management?
Bronchodilation
Anti-inflammatory effect
Mast cell stabilization
Decreased mucus production