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UPDATED ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers

Question 1.
What is the mechanism of action of inhaled beta-2 agonists?

Correct Answer: They stimulate beta-2 receptors in bronchial smooth muscle,
leading to bronchodilation.


Question 2.
What is the primary use of inhaled beta-2 agonists?

Correct Answer: To relieve acute bronchospasm in asthma and COPD.


Question 3.
What is the mechanism of action of inhaled anticholinergics?

Correct Answer: They block acetylcholine at muscarinic receptors, resulting in
bronchodilation and reduced mucus production.


Question 4.
What is the primary use of inhaled anticholinergics?

Correct Answer: Primarily used in COPD to reduce sputum production by
inhibiting goblet cell stimulation.


Question 5.
What is the purpose of a SABA?

Correct Answer: Acute symptom relief (rescue) for asthma or COPD.


Question 6.
What is the purpose of a LABA?

Correct Answer: Long-term maintenance therapy; they are not for rescue use
and should not be used as monotherapy.


Question 7.
How are acute asthma exacerbations treated?

Correct Answer: By increasing the frequency of a SABA.
• What should be added if an asthma patient on a beta-blocker develops
bronchospasm? -✓✓A SAMA (e.g., ipratropium) to provide additional
bronchodilation.

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