Asthma

Characteristic triad of asthma

Extrinsic vs. intrinsic asthma

What movement of the abdomen/diaphragm is a sign of impending respiratory failure?

Most common physical exam finding in asthma

On pulmonary function testing, when is airflow obstruction considered reversible?

Asthma patients should self-monitor their ____________.

Peak flow monitoring for patients with
mild persistent asthma:
1) How often?
2) What to do if it decreases

Peak flow monitoring for patients with
moderate persistent asthma

Peak flow monitoring for severe persistent asthma patients

CXR in asthma

T/F: Hypercarbia is common in asthma patients.

What blood pressure meds should be avoided in asthmatics?

Role of IV magnesium in asthma

In patients with asthma and nasal polyps, you should consider _________ as a diagnosis and avoid _______________.

T/F: An MDI with a spacer is just as effective as a nebulizer