What step must be taken to gain control of asthma in a patient that is experiencing frequent emergency department visits?
a. Regular antibiotic therapy
b. Regular anticholinergic therapy
c. Environmental control
d. Regular immunotherapy
ANS: C
To prevent allergic reactions in asthma patients, environmental control measures to reduce expo-sure to indoor and outdoor allergens and irritants are essential.
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