[8] Asthma in Children Flashcards

1
Q

Are the airways only inflamed during an asthma attack?

A

No, there is persistence of airway inflammation despite absence of an attack

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2
Q

Spirometry to diagnose asthma can only be used in children older than?

A

> 5 years old

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3
Q

How do you diagnose asthma in children <5 years old

A

Treatment Trial of Short Bronchodilators

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4
Q

Highly Suggestive of Asthma

A

Presence of Wheeze Before 3
Presence of One Major Risk Factor (Parental History of Ashtma)

2-3 Minor risk Factors
Eosinophilia
Wheezing

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5
Q

Management of Asthma Attack

A

Controllers

Managers

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6
Q

Most Effective Controller Medication for Asthma

A

Inhaled Glucocorticoids

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7
Q

4 Components of Optimal Asthma Management

A

Control of Factors Contributing to Severity
Asthma Pharmacotherapy
Patient Education

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8
Q

What is an Asthma Action Plan

A

Written asthma management plan written by both the doctor and the patient

Updated each visit

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