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1
Q

What is the general measure advice that should be given?

A

TAME

  • T : technique of using inhaler
  • A : avoid allergens
  • M : monitor using peak flow diary
  • Educate : specialised nurse/need for compliance etc
2
Q

What is the first step of Mx?

A
  1. SABA prn

if more than 3x a week - scale up

3
Q

What is the second step of Mx?

A

SABA prn +

  • # Low dose ICS - 400mg of beclomethosone
4
Q

What is the third step of Mx?

A

SABA prn +

Low dose* ICS +

#LABA
(consider medium dose ICS with LABA if not controlled)
5
Q

What is the fourth step of Mx?

A

Leukotriene receptor anatagonist

SABA prn

Medium dose ICS

LABA

6
Q

What is the fifth step of Mx?

A

High dose ICS and LABA

7
Q

What is the sixth step of Mx?

A

High dose ICS + LABA + oral corticosteroid tablet