Chronic asthma management Flashcards
1
Q
What is the general measure advice that should be given?
A
TAME
- T : technique of using inhaler
- A : avoid allergens
- M : monitor using peak flow diary
- Educate : specialised nurse/need for compliance etc
2
Q
What is the first step of Mx?
A
- SABA prn
if more than 3x a week - scale up
3
Q
What is the second step of Mx?
A
SABA prn +
- # Low dose ICS - 400mg of beclomethosone
4
Q
What is the third step of Mx?
A
SABA prn +
Low dose* ICS +
#LABA (consider medium dose ICS with LABA if not controlled)
5
Q
What is the fourth step of Mx?
A
Leukotriene receptor anatagonist
SABA prn
Medium dose ICS
LABA
6
Q
What is the fifth step of Mx?
A
High dose ICS and LABA
7
Q
What is the sixth step of Mx?
A
High dose ICS + LABA + oral corticosteroid tablet
