A 22-year-old with a history of atopic asthma presents with wheezing and shortness of breath about twice a week, with no nocturnal symptoms. What is t...

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A 22-year-old with a history of atopic asthma presents with wheezing and shortness of breath about twice a week, with no nocturnal symptoms. What is the most appropriate initial preventer therapy?

Accepted Answer

Low-dose inhaled corticosteroid

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High-dose inhaled corticosteroid

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Long-acting beta-2 agonist

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Leukotriene receptor antagonist

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Theophylline

CKS Asthma MCQ (SBA): Asthma

A 22-year-old with a history of atopic asthma presents with wheezing and shortness of breath about twice a week, with no nocturnal symptoms. What is the most appropriate initial preventer therapy?