281 Asthma

Question 1

Which CysLT1 blocker agent effectively reduces nasal and ocular symptoms in seasonal or perennial allergic rhinitis?

Answer 1

Montelukast

Question 2

A 20M presents with 3 weeks cough, weight loss and back pain. No history of PTB treatment. AFB smear is negative. CXR is suggestive of PTB. What test will you request next?

Answer 2

Sputum gene expert

Question 3

Recommended initial treatment for BAIAE?

Answer 3

Short acting inhaled beta agonist

Question 4

Which controller therapy for bronchial asthma blocks and neutralizes circulating IgE and thus inhibits IgE mediated reactions?
A. Benralizumab
B. Reslizumab
C. Mepolizumab
D. Omalizumab

Answer 4

D. Omalizumab

Question 5

Asthma can present at any age, with a peak age of

Answer 5

3 years

Question 6

True or false. Many with asthma asymptomatic during adolescent but with attacks during adulthood

Answer 6

True.

Question 7

Major risk factor for asthma

Answer 7

atopy

Question 8

Disease which can be found in more than 80% of asthmatics

Answer 8

allergic rhinitis

Question 9

most common allergens to trigger asthma

Answer 9

Dermatophagoides

Question 10

common trigger of asthma, particularly in children

Answer 10

exercise