23: Asthma and COPD

Question 1

groups of individuals more susceptible to asthma

Answer 1

boys in childhood, but women in adulthood

Question 2

what does it mean if an asthma pt uses SABA 2+ days/week for sx relief?

Answer 2

inadequate control -> need to step up treatment

Question 3

if asthma treatment is not going as planned, what are some factors to consider?

Answer 3

correct use of inhaler, tobacco exposure, obesity, sinusitis, DM2, GERD, OSA, anxiety/depression, low vitamin D