Comprehensive Guide to Asthma and RSV
Pathophysiology, Management, and Prevention
UPDATED ACTUAL Questions and CORRECT
Answers
What is asthma characterized by? - CORRECT ANSWER -Chronic airway inflammation.
What is status asthmaticus? - CORRECT ANSWER -A severe, prolonged form of asthma that is difficult to treat
and can cause respiratory failure.
What is a Pressurized Meter-Dose Inhaler (MDI)? - CORRECT ANSWER -A patient-activated medication canister
that provides aerosolized medication for inhalation.
What does spirometry measure? - CORRECT ANSWER -Specific lung volumes and rates; it may be measured
before and after bronchodilator administration.
What is Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 second (FEV1)? - CORRECT ANSWER -The amount of air that can be
exhaled in 1 second, measured by a spirometer.
What is the underlying pathology of asthma? - CORRECT ANSWER -Reversible diffuse airway inflammation
leading to long-term airway narrowing.
What factors exacerbate airway narrowing in asthma? - CORRECT ANSWER -Bronchoconstriction, airway
edema, airway hyper-responsiveness, and airway remodeling.
What occurs during acute exacerbations of asthma? - CORRECT ANSWER -Bronchoconstriction narrows the
airway quickly in response to triggers, leading to airflow limitation.
What are common triggers for asthma? - CORRECT ANSWER -Exercise, stress, hormonal factors, medications,
viral infections, and gastroesophageal reflux.
What is the strongest predisposing factor for asthma? - CORRECT ANSWER -Allergy.
What are seasonal allergens that can trigger asthma? - CORRECT ANSWER -Grass, tree, and weed pollens.
What are perennial allergens that can trigger asthma? - CORRECT ANSWER -Mold, dust, roaches, and animal
dander.
What environmental factors can increase asthma risk? - CORRECT ANSWER -Seasonal changes, high pollen
counts, mold, pet dander, cold air, and air pollution.
What lifestyle factors are risk factors for asthma? - CORRECT ANSWER -Smoking/smoke exposure and obesity.
What is a key strategy for asthma prevention? - CORRECT ANSWER -Testing to identify triggers and avoiding
allergens and environmental triggers.
Why is knowledge important in asthma care? - CORRECT ANSWER -Knowledge is key to quality asthma care.
What are common comorbid conditions associated with asthma? - CORRECT ANSWER -Viral infections and
gastroesophageal reflux.
What is the impact of asthma on quality of life? - CORRECT ANSWER -It affects school and work attendance,
occupational choices, physical activity, and general quality of life.
How many adults are affected by asthma in the U.S.? - CORRECT ANSWER -About 19 million adults.
Pathophysiology, Management, and Prevention
UPDATED ACTUAL Questions and CORRECT
Answers
What is asthma characterized by? - CORRECT ANSWER -Chronic airway inflammation.
What is status asthmaticus? - CORRECT ANSWER -A severe, prolonged form of asthma that is difficult to treat
and can cause respiratory failure.
What is a Pressurized Meter-Dose Inhaler (MDI)? - CORRECT ANSWER -A patient-activated medication canister
that provides aerosolized medication for inhalation.
What does spirometry measure? - CORRECT ANSWER -Specific lung volumes and rates; it may be measured
before and after bronchodilator administration.
What is Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 second (FEV1)? - CORRECT ANSWER -The amount of air that can be
exhaled in 1 second, measured by a spirometer.
What is the underlying pathology of asthma? - CORRECT ANSWER -Reversible diffuse airway inflammation
leading to long-term airway narrowing.
What factors exacerbate airway narrowing in asthma? - CORRECT ANSWER -Bronchoconstriction, airway
edema, airway hyper-responsiveness, and airway remodeling.
What occurs during acute exacerbations of asthma? - CORRECT ANSWER -Bronchoconstriction narrows the
airway quickly in response to triggers, leading to airflow limitation.
What are common triggers for asthma? - CORRECT ANSWER -Exercise, stress, hormonal factors, medications,
viral infections, and gastroesophageal reflux.
What is the strongest predisposing factor for asthma? - CORRECT ANSWER -Allergy.
What are seasonal allergens that can trigger asthma? - CORRECT ANSWER -Grass, tree, and weed pollens.
What are perennial allergens that can trigger asthma? - CORRECT ANSWER -Mold, dust, roaches, and animal
dander.
What environmental factors can increase asthma risk? - CORRECT ANSWER -Seasonal changes, high pollen
counts, mold, pet dander, cold air, and air pollution.
What lifestyle factors are risk factors for asthma? - CORRECT ANSWER -Smoking/smoke exposure and obesity.
What is a key strategy for asthma prevention? - CORRECT ANSWER -Testing to identify triggers and avoiding
allergens and environmental triggers.
Why is knowledge important in asthma care? - CORRECT ANSWER -Knowledge is key to quality asthma care.
What are common comorbid conditions associated with asthma? - CORRECT ANSWER -Viral infections and
gastroesophageal reflux.
What is the impact of asthma on quality of life? - CORRECT ANSWER -It affects school and work attendance,
occupational choices, physical activity, and general quality of life.
How many adults are affected by asthma in the U.S.? - CORRECT ANSWER -About 19 million adults.
