asthma Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
aetiology
A
atopy
airway hyper-responsiveness (TYPE 1)
2
Q
pathology
A
inflammation of bronchi
constriction of smooth muscle
increased fluid in bronchi (mucus)
airflow limitation
3
Q
symptoms
A
intermittent dyspnoea WHEEZE cough sputum increased resp rate increased heart rate
4
Q
signs
A
tachypnoea
WHEEZE
responsive to bronchodilators - peak flow returns to normal
REVERSIBLE
5
Q
tests
A
PEF
sputum culture
FBC
U&Es
6
Q
management
A
inhaled SABA inhaled steroids inhaled LABA tablet - LTRAs/theophylline/B-agonist oral steroids
