Aerosolized delivery of corticosteroids usually does not manifest in adrenal suppression com-pared to systemic use as long as the daily dose in adults is kept below what level?
a. 800 mcg
b. 1000 mcg
c. 1200 mcg
d. 1400 mcg
ANS: A
The systemic effect of adrenal suppression is not usually seen with inhaled doses less than 800 mcg/day in adults or less than 400 mcg/day in children.
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