Chapter 5

Question 0

Name a bronchiodiolator

Answer 0

Proventil - albuterol

Question 1

Asthma attacks can be called

Answer 1

Asthma exacerbations

Question 2

Name an inhaled steroid

Answer 2

Fluticasone - flovent

Question 3

Name a leukotriene receptor antagonist

Answer 3

Montelukast - singulair

Question 4

How do bronchodilators work?

Answer 4

Relaxes the smooth muscle surrounding the airways of the lungs

Question 5

Side effects of Ventolin HFA (albuterol)

Answer 5

Rapid heart rate
Chest pain
Tremor

Question 6

Name an inhaled steroid

Answer 6

Fluticasone - flovent

Question 7

Side effects of flovent

Answer 7

Headache

Question 8

Side effect of singulair

Answer 8

Minimal headache

Question 9

How do inhaled steroids work

Answer 9

Reduces inflammation in the airways of the lungs

Question 10

How do leukotriene receptor antagonists work

Answer 10

Block leukotriene receptors
Prevents inflammation
Reduce signs and symptoms of asthma

Question 11

Consequences of untreated asthma

Answer 11

Asthma exacerbations

Respiratory failure

Question 12

5 asthma triggers

Answer 12

Allegens
Irritants
Respiratory
Weather
Exercise

Question 13

Some non-pharmacologic options for controlling allergies

Answer 13

Avoidance of allergens, use HEPA filters, keep pets outside, no smoking, lower humidity in the home.

Question 14

Two types of allergy medication

Answer 14

Antihistamines and nasal steroids

Question 15

How do antihistamines work

Answer 15

Block histamines receptors in brain and body(peripheral)

Dries secretions

Question 16

Antihistamine side effects

Answer 16

Dizziness, confusion, increased heart rate, drowsiness

Question 17

Name a peripherally selective antihistamine

Answer 17

Claritin

Question 18

Name an antihistamine that works in the brain

Answer 18

Benadryl

Question 19

How do nasal steroids work

Answer 19

Reduces rhinitis

Question 20

What is rhinitis

Answer 20

Inflammation of the mucous membranes of the nose

Question 21

Side effects of nasal steroids

Answer 21

Nose and throat irritation

Question 22

Side effects of quitting smoking

Answer 22

Irritability, tired, hungry, difficulty sleeping, weight gain

Question 23

Non pharmacologic options to quit smoking

Answer 23

Make a quit plan, change your routine, avoid all alchohol, avoid being around cigarette smoke

Question 24

How does Zyban (bupropion) work

Answer 24

Boosts the brain chemicals that are associated with addiction, decreases desire for cigarettes

Question 25

Side effects of Zyban (bupropion)

Answer 25

Dry mouth, dizziness, skin rash, difficulty sleeping

Question 26

How does Chantix (varenicline) work

Answer 26

Blocks nicotine receptors and decreases nicotines effect Stimulates nicotine receptors and gives the brain satisfaction in a similar way smoking would.

Question 27

Side effects of chantix

Answer 27

Difficulty sleeping, nausea, suicide?, cardio problems?.

Question 28

What factors return to normal 20 min after last cig

Answer 28

Heart rate and BP

Question 29

What factor in blood is normal 12 hours after last cigarette

Answer 29

CO

Question 30

________improves and _______ function increases.

Answer 30

Circulation Lung

Question 31

1-9 months after last cigarette

Answer 31

Less coughing, SOB, and fatigue

Question 32

1 year after last cigarette

Answer 32

Risk of coronary heart disease is half that of a smoker

Question 33

5 years after last cigarette

Answer 33

Stroke risk is reduced to that of a non-smoker

Question 34

10 years after last cigarette

Answer 34

Lung cancer risk is half of a smokers Risk of various other cancers decreases

Question 35

15 years after last cigarette

Answer 35

Risk of heart disease is that of a non-smoker

Question 36

Goals of therapy for asthma

Answer 36

Prevent asthma exerbations Live normal and active life Quickly resolve symptoms

Question 37

Goals of therapy for allergic rhinitis

Answer 37

Prevent and minimize symptoms