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Asthma and COPD Medication Delivery Devices, Choose Me!

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1.  What is the typical inhalation pattern advised for Nebulizers (NEB)?
  1. Slow and shallow inhalation
  2. Normal tidal breathing with occasional deep breath and/or breath hold
  3. Forceful and deep inhalation
  4. Quick and shallow inhalation
2.  What is the course of action when using a short-acting beta2-agonist bronchodilator (SABA)?
  1. Quick relief of symptoms of SOB, coughing, and wheezing
  2. Needs to be ordered every 12 hours or 24 hours
  3. Increases dry mouth
  4. Increases airway edema
3.  What common side effects may occur while using an inhaled corticosteroid?
  1. Oral candidiasis (thrush)
  2. Dizziness
  3. Rash
  4. Emesis
4.  Which of the following classification of drugs are considered “go to” meds for asthma control?
  1. Anticholinergics
  2. LABAs
  3. SABAs
  4. Inhaled corticosteroids
5.  How can using a reservoir device be helpful for a patient with asthma?
  1. Improves medication delivery to lungs
  2. Reduces risk of oral thrush
  3. Cost effective (compared to nebulizer)
  4. All of the above

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