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ATI Pharmacology Made Easy 4.0 ~ The Respiratory System Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
Which class of medication is most effective for long-term control of asthma?
a) Antihistamines
b) Beta-2 agonists
✔✔c) Inhaled corticosteroids
d) Expectorants
What is the purpose of using a spacer with an inhaler?
a) Increases medication potency
b) Cools the medication before inhalation
c) Allows for slower medication delivery
✔✔d) Helps deliver more medication to the lungs
Which medication is used for acute asthma exacerbation?✔✔a) Albuterol 1 / 4
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b) Fluticasone
c) Montelukast
d) Ipratropium
Which adverse effect should be monitored in a patient taking theophylline?
a) Constipation
✔✔b) Tachycardia and restlessness
c) Insomnia
d) Diaphoresis
What is a common side effect of inhaled corticosteroids like beclomethasone?
a) Headache
b) Constipation
✔✔c) Oral candidiasis
d) Tachycardia
What teaching should be included for a patient prescribed montelukast?
a) Use only during asthma attacks 2 / 4
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b) Take with high-fat meals for best effect
c) Use as needed for shortness of breath
✔✔d) Take daily in the evening for maintenance therapy
What should a patient do after using a corticosteroid inhaler?
a) Inhale deeply again
b) Lie down immediately
✔✔c) Rinse mouth to prevent fungal infection
d) Drink caffeinated beverages
Which respiratory drug is classified as an anticholinergic?
a) Albuterol
b) Salmeterol
✔✔c) Ipratropium
d) Cromolyn
What is a priority assessment before administering albuterol?✔✔a) Heart rate 3 / 4
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b) Pupillary reflex
c) Temperature
d) Oxygen saturation
Which of the following is a leukotriene receptor antagonist?
a) Salmeterol
✔✔b) Montelukast
c) Budesonide
d) Theophylline
What symptom might indicate toxicity in a patient on theophylline?✔✔a) Nausea and restlessness
b) Runny nose and cough
c) Chills and fever
d) Mild headache
Why is cromolyn sodium not used for acute asthma attacks?✔✔a) It does not work quickly
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