Pharmacology and the Nursing Process by Linda Lane Lilley: Practice Exam

What are patients with asthma taught to use as rescue treatment?

1. Long-acting beta agonist (LABA)

2. Short-acting beta agonist (SABA)

3. Anticholinergics

4. Corticosteroids

The correct answer is: Short-acting beta agonist (SABA)

A) Long-acting beta agonists (LABAs) are used for long-term control and prevention of asthma symptoms, and are not typically used as rescue treatment. C) Anticholinergics, such as ipratropium bromide, are also used for long-term control of asthma and do not provide immediate relief during an asthma attack. D) Corticosteroids, such as inhaled or oral prednisone, are used for long-term control of asthma and are not typically used as rescue treatment. Patients with asthma are taught to use short-acting beta agonists (SABAs) as rescue treatment, as they work quickly to open the airways and provide immediate relief during an asthma attack. It is important for patients to have an appropriate inhaler for their SABA and to know how to use it properly in case of an emergency. SABAs can