From the list provided, select the drugs associated with long-term control of asthma?
a. inhaled corticosteroids
b. systemic antibiotics
c. beta-blockers
d. long-acting bronchodilators
e. short-acting beta2-agonsts
a, d. Inhaled corticosteroids are the drug of choice for persistent asthma. Long-acting beta2-agonists are also used.
You might also like to view...
A student in a science lab has had an unknown chemical splashed into her eye. After assessing the airway, breathing, and circulation, the EMT would immediately:
A) examine the pupils and structures of the eye for damage. B) identify the chemical and whether or not a neutralizing solution can be used. C) flush the eye with copious amounts of tap water. D) cover both eyes with sterile dressing and provide rapid transport to the hospital.
What must happen before a motor unit will fire (discharge)? What occurs immediately after discharge of the motor unit?
What will be an ideal response?
Under his insurance plan, Scott is required to have prior approval for his upcoming knee replacement. Before the surgery, the surgeon must have which approval document from the insurance carrier for the surgery?
A. Patient encounter form B. Preauthorization/precertification approval C. Expressed consent D. Informed consent
Match the term with the appropriate definition or description.
A. Based on patients' beliefs regarding their health as a predictor of their preventive health behavior B. Used to predict utilization of all health care services C. The responsiveness of the quantity demanded of a good or service to a change in its price D. Places that are economically distressed are at higher risk for poor health E. Results in increased utilization of health care services F. Those conditions that facilitate the fulfillment of demand for health care services G. Traits of a culture or lifestyle that can predict use of health care services H. Economic and social position in relation to others I. Traits that exist prior to use of services and can predict use of health care services J. The responsiveness of the quantity supplied of a good or service to a change in its price K. Specific components that influence utilization of health care services