The First Line of Treatment for Intermittent Asthma Is A

question 25

Multiple Choice

The first line of treatment for intermittent asthma is a:

• A) short-acting β₂-adrenergic agonist.
• B) long-acting β₂-adrenergic agonist.
• C) corticosteroid.
• D) mast cell degranulation inhibitor.
• E) methylxanthine.

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Definitions:

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