A Stepwise Approach to the Pharmacologic Management of Asthma

question 4

Multiple Choice

A stepwise approach to the pharmacologic management of asthma:

• A) Begins with determining the severity of asthma and assessing asthma control
• B) Is used when asthma is severe and requires daily steroids
• C) Allows for each provider to determine their personal approach to the care of asthmatic patients
• D) Provides a framework for the management of severe asthmatics, but is not as helpful when patients have intermittent asthma

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