Pulmonology

Question 1

what two medication classes could be added to an asthma regimen for adolescents or adults with persistent exacerbations despite medium dose ICS?

Answer 1

LABA or LAMA

Question 2

a patient is on Symbicort (ICS + Formoterol) with medium dose ICS component with uncontrolled asthma. what medication class should be added?

Answer 2

LAMA

Question 3

t/f COPD is non-reversible , even if a patient stops smoking

Answer 3

true

Question 4

t/f according to the USPSTF , you shouldn’t screen patients for COPD if they are asymptomatic

Answer 4

true