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fnuegbu

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Which of the following tests is recommended as part of the initial assessment of asthma?
 
  a. Arterial blood gas
  b. Chest radiograph
  c. Spirometry
  d. scan

Question 2

What does the National Asthma Education Project recommend be measured at home in patients with moderate to severe asthma?
 
  a. Pulse oximeter
  b. Degree of pulmonary shunt
  c. DLCO
  d. Peak expiratory flow


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momo1250

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

ANS: C
It is recommended that spirometry be performed as part of the initial assessment of all patients being evaluated for asthma, and periodically thereafter as needed.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
National Asthma Education Project guidelines also recommend that home PEFR measurement be used for patients with moderate to severe asthma.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Gracias!

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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