Asthma SIGN/BTS Guidelines (Adult) Flashcards
1
Q
Management of suspected asthma (not confirmed)
A
Monitored initiation of low dose ICS
2
Q
First line management of confirmed asthma
A
Regular low dose ICS
SABA as required
3
Q
What to add to asthma management if low dose ICS doesn’t work
A
LABA
4
Q
What to add if low dose ICS and LABA doesn’t work
A
Increase ICS to medium dose
OR
Add LTRA (montelukast)
5
Q
What to do if LABA added but no response?
A
Consider stopping LABA
6
Q
What to do if LTRA or medium dose steroid not working?
A
Refer for specialist care
