Asthma Management: Assessment and Intervention Techniques

Question 1

What is the primary way to prevent asthma attacks?

Accepted Answer

Avoiding triggers

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Taking medication regularly

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Getting vaccinated for common illnesses

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Eating a healthy diet

Question 2

Which type of inhaler is primarily used to provide rapid relief during acute asthma attacks?

Accepted Answer

Salbutamol inhaler

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Beclomethasone inhaler

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Salmeterol inhaler

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Fluticasone inhaler

Question 3

Which position is recommended for a patient experiencing an asthma attack?

Accepted Answer

Sitting up

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Lying down

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Standing up

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Kneeling down

Question 4

What is the main purpose of administering oxygen during an asthma attack?

Accepted Answer

To improve blood oxygen levels

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To reduce airway resistance

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To relieve bronchospasm

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To prevent respiratory arrest

Question 5

What is the leading cause of death in individuals with asthma?

Accepted Answer

Respiratory arrest

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Severe asthma attacks

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Anaphylaxis

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Cardiac arrest

Question 6

During the assessment of an asthma attack, which sign indicates a severe exacerbation?

Accepted Answer

Prolonged expiratory phase and reduced peak flow

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Wheezing only during exertion

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Normal peak flow rate

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Pulse oximetry reading above 95%

Question 7

Which of the following is not a crucial element of asthma management education?

Accepted Answer

Stressing the importance of avoiding medical check-ups

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Educating patients about their triggers

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Demonstrating proper inhaler technique

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Explaining the benefits of lifestyle modifications

Question 8

What is the primary mechanism of action of salbutamol in the treatment of asthma?

Accepted Answer

Bronchodilation

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Anti-inflammation

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Mucus reduction

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Prevention of mast cell degranulation

Question 9

Which of the following is not a risk factor for developing asthma?

Accepted Answer

Regular physical activity

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Family history of allergies

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Exposure to tobacco smoke

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Obesity

Question 10

Which of the following is **NOT** a type of asthma inhaler?

Accepted Answer

Nasal spray

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Metered-dose inhaler (MDI)

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Dry powder inhaler (DPI)

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Nebulizer

Question 11

What is the **initial** treatment for an asthma attack?

Accepted Answer

Short-acting bronchodilator (reliever inhaler)

Answer

Chest physiotherapy

Answer

Oxygen therapy

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Anti-inflammatory medication (preventer inhaler)

Question 12

What is the primary purpose of oxygen therapy in the management of an asthma attack?

Accepted Answer

To improve oxygen saturation levels

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To reduce airway inflammation

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To prevent respiratory arrest

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To relieve bronchospasm

Question 13

During a severe asthma attack, which inhaler type is most appropriate for administering medication?

Accepted Answer

Nebulizer

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Metered dose inhaler (MDI)

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Dry powder inhaler (DPI)

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Auto-injector

Question 14

What is the **first** step in providing first aid for an asthma attack?

Accepted Answer

Reassure the person and help them sit up

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Administer oxygen

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Call for medical help

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Use an inhaler

Question 15

Which type of inhaler is used to provide **fast-acting** relief from asthma symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Reliever inhaler (blue)

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Preventer inhaler (brown)

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Spacer inhaler (orange)

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Combination inhaler (purple)

Question 16

What is the main advantage of using a spacer device with an asthma inhaler?

Accepted Answer

It reduces the amount of medication needed and improves delivery to the lungs

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It makes the inhaler easier to use for small children

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It prevents side effects of the medication

Question 17

Which position is recommended for someone experiencing an asthma attack?

Accepted Answer

Upright and leaning slightly forward

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Standing upright

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Lying down flat on their back

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Kneeling on all fours

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a sign of a severe asthma attack?

Accepted Answer

Mild wheezing

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Rapid breathing

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Difficulty speaking or shortness of breath

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Blue lips or fingernails

Question 19

What should be the first action when managing an asthma attack?

Accepted Answer

Stay calm, reassure the patient, and check their oxygen saturation.

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Call for emergency medical assistance

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Give them a bronchodilator

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Administer oxygen

Question 20

Which type of inhaler is used to relieve acute asthma symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Blue (salbutamol) inhaler

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Green (budesonide) inhaler

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White (beclomethasone) inhaler

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Orange (clenbuterol) inhaler

Question 21

What is the proper technique for using a metered-dose inhaler (MDI)?

Accepted Answer

Prime the inhaler, shake it vigorously, hold it upright, and inhale deeply.

Answer

Shake it gently, hold it upside down, and exhale before using.

Question 22

Which of the following symptoms may indicate anaphylaxis in an asthmatic patient?

Accepted Answer

Sudden difficulty breathing, swelling of the face and throat, and hives.

Answer

Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

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Low blood pressure and loss of consciousness.

Question 23

What should be done if a patient's asthma does not improve after using their reliever inhaler?

Accepted Answer

Call for emergency medical assistance immediately.

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Give the patient more puffs of the inhaler.

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Wait and see if the symptoms improve on their own.

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Try giving the patient oral steroids.

Question 24

Which type of medication is primarily used to prevent long-term asthma symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Inhaled corticosteroids

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Decongestants

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Antihistamines

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Leukotriene modifiers

Question 25

What is the recommended follow-up care after an asthma attack?

Accepted Answer

Reviewing the patient's asthma action plan and inhaler technique.

Answer

Performing a lung function test.

Answer

Prescribing antibiotics.