Question

A 25-year-old with atopic asthma is using a short-acting beta-2 agonist (SABA) more than three times a week. According to the BTS/SIGN/NICE asthma guidelines, which step is recommended next?

Accepted Answer

Low-dose inhaled corticosteroid

Answer

High-dose inhaled corticosteroid

Answer

Long-acting beta-2 agonist

Answer

Oral leukotriene receptor antagonist

Answer

Theophylline

Practice question

A 25-year-old with atopic asthma is using a short-acting beta-2 agonist (SABA) more than three times a week. According to the BTS/SIGN/NICE asthma guidelines, which step is recommended next?