Asthma and COPD Flashcards
1
Q
controller vs rescue medications
A
controller for daily use w/chronic condition
rescue meds prn for acute sx
2
Q
adverse effects for asthma/COPD
A
beta2 agonists - tachycardia, tremors
anticholinergics - dry mouth
inhaled glucocorticoids - oral candidiasis
3
Q
asthma/COPD beta2 agonists
A
(asthma) rescue:
albuterol
levalbuterol
(COPD) controlled:
formeterol
salmeterol
should be taken first to open up airways then wait 5 mins; NEVER taken alone b/c it causes death
4
Q
asthma/COPD anticholinergics
A
rescue:
ipatropium
controlled:
tiotropium
5
Q
asthma/COPD inhaled glucocorticoids
A
fluticasone
beclomethasone
