Question

A 25-year-old patient presents with episodic wheezing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath, typically triggered by exercise. Spirometry shows a reversible obstructive pattern. According to NICE, what is the first-line regular preventer therapy for newly diagnosed asthma?

Accepted Answer

Low-dose inhaled corticosteroid

Answer

Oral corticosteroids

Answer

Short-acting beta-2 agonist inhaler

Answer

Inhaled short-acting antimuscarinic agent

Answer

Leukotriene receptor antagonist

Practice question

A 25-year-old patient presents with episodic wheezing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath, typically triggered by exercise. Spirometry shows a reversible obstructive pattern. According to NICE, what is the first-line regular preventer therapy for newly diagnosed asthma?