Ch 50 Asthma Flashcards
1
Q
1/3 of asthmatic women can expect worsening of disease at some time during pregnancy. Remainder either improve or unchanged.
A
T
2
Q
Mild asthma, beta agonists given by inhalation as needed r usually sufficient. Inhaled corticosteroids r preferred treatment for persistent asthma. Q 3-4 hrs as needed
A
T
3
Q
Low threshold for hospitalization of pregnant woman
A
T
4
Q
First line pharmaceutical therapy of acute asthma j. Mixes use of beta android ethic agonist such as
A
Epinephrine Isoproterenol Terbutaline Albuterol Isoetharine Metaproterenol
5
Q
Severe asthma, give corticosteroids
Ic methylprediskne 40-60mg q 6 hrs
A
T
