Excercise Flashcards
(4 cards)
Exercise induced Asthma- what is it and what can we give?
Asthma symptoms brought on by exercising
Poorly controlled
SABA - Fast acting
Use immediately before exercise
Asthma in pregnancy - what is our aim of treatment?
Prevent risks - less oxygen in blood to mother and baby
Counsel patients
Using asthma medication correctly, during pregnancy
Importance of stopping smoking - potential harm to mother and baby
Inhalers in pregnancy
SABA
LABA
ICS
MART
Oral prednisolone is used when-
Asthma symptoms are not controlled with inhaled medication or during acute exacerbations where more immediate action is needed