Asthma Demo Flashcards
1
Q
Is there a gold standard diagnostic test for asthma?
A
No
Use history taking
2
Q
How to diagnose asthma?
A
Wheeze, cough, chest tightness, breathlessness
Symptoms variable
Family history
3
Q
What triggers asthma?
A
Pollution
Cold
Pets
Cigarette smoke
4
Q
What is the aim of asthma control?
A
The patient to be asymptomatic on the minimum amount of medication as possible
- no daytime or nighttime episodes
- no attacks
5
Q
What to ask in an asthma review?
A
Does patient have symptoms at night?
During day?
Interfered with work or social life?
Compliance with medication = they dont take medication when they feel they dont need it
Inhaler technique check
Give them an asthma action plan
