Respiratory therapeutics Flashcards
1
Q
What is the definition of asthma? What are the 7 signs of severe life threatening asthma attacks?
A
Reversible Airway hyperesponsiveness and inflammation. 33 92 CHEST 33- PEFR <33% 92- Pulse oximetry <92% C- Cyanosis H- Hypotension E- Exhaustion S- Silent chest T- Tachycardia
2
Q
What type of wheeze do asthmatics typically exhibit on auscultation?
A
Polyphonic
3
Q
What sign can NSAIDs elicit in asthmatics?
A
Wheeze
4
Q
What type of drug is salbutamol?
A
selective B2 agonist
5
Q
What inhaled corticosteroids are typically used asthmatics? (3)
A
Beclometasone
Fluticasone
Budesonide
6
Q
Give an example of a LABA.
A
Salmeterol
7
Q
Give an example of a leukotriene receptor agonist?
A
Montelukast
8
Q
Are there any conditions where leukotrienes are contraindicated?
A
Liver cirrrhosis and pregnancy
9
Q
Give an example of a xanthine derivative used in asthman?
A
Theophylline
10
Q
Give an example of a short and long acting muscarinic antagonist?
A
Ipratropium and tiotropium
