NAECB Asthma Education 3

Question 1

Which spirometry finding is characteristic of obstructive lung disease such as asthma?

Accepted Answer

Decreased FEV1/FVC ratio below 0.70

Answer

An FEV1/FVC ratio below 0.70 post-bronchodilator confirms airflow obstruction characteristic of asthma.

Question 2

A patient on high-dose inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) is most at risk for which local adverse effect?

Accepted Answer

Oral candidiasis

Answer

Oral candidiasis (thrush) is the most common local side effect of ICS, prevented by rinsing the mouth after each use.

Question 3

Exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB) typically peaks how many minutes after stopping exercise?

Accepted Answer

5-10 minutes

Answer

EIB typically peaks 5-10 minutes after exercise cessation and usually resolves within 30-60 minutes.

Question 4

According to the NAECB scope of practice, which role best describes the asthma educator's primary function?

Accepted Answer

Facilitating patient knowledge, skills, and self-management behaviors

Answer

The asthma educator's primary role is to facilitate education that improves patient knowledge, self-management skills, and adherence.

Question 5

Which of the following best describes the mechanism of action of leukotriene receptor antagonists (LTRAs) in asthma?

Accepted Answer

They block the action of leukotrienes that cause bronchoconstriction and inflammation

Answer

LTRAs such as montelukast block leukotriene receptors, reducing bronchoconstriction, mucus secretion, and airway inflammation.

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