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Tazate

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on: Jul 16, 2018
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

Question 2

Of the following common causes of asthma, which is the least likely to cause exercise-induced asthma?
 
  a. Long distance cycling
  b. Running cross country
  c. Skiing and snowboarding
  d. Swimming indoors


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orangecrush

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Exercise-induced asthma (EIA) is common in asthmatics, especially after participation in outdoor activities in cold weather. The causes are not fully understood, but heat loss from the airways appears to be one of them.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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