A patient newly diagnosed with asthma receives prescriptions for an inhaled glucocorticoid and an inhaled beta2-adrenergic agonist. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of this medication regimen?
a. "I should use the glucocorticoid as needed when symptoms flare."
b. "I will need to use the beta2-adrenergic agonist drug daily."
c. "The beta2-adrenergic agonist suppresses the synthesis of inflammatory mediators."
d. "The glucocorticoid is used as prophylaxis to prevent exacerbations."
ANS: D
Inhaled glucocorticoids are used daily to prevent acute attacks. They are not used PRN. The beta2-adrenergic agonist drugs should not be used daily; they are used to treat symptoms as needed. They do not suppress mediators of inflammation.
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