A 45-year-old with recurrent sinusitis and bronchiectasis has elevated eosinophils and asthma. Which controller change reduces exacerbations per NAEPP...

Question

A 45-year-old with recurrent sinusitis and bronchiectasis has elevated eosinophils and asthma. Which controller change reduces exacerbations per NAEPP?

Accepted Answer

Consider biologic therapy after optimizing ICS/LABA; SMART or step‑up per guidelines

Answer

Stop ICS and use SABA only

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Start chronic oral steroids

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Use theophylline first

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No controller changes help

severe asthma – stepwise care MCQ (SBA): Respiratory Medicine

A 45-year-old with recurrent sinusitis and bronchiectasis has elevated eosinophils and asthma. Which controller change reduces exacerbations per NAEPP?