Question

A 28-year-old with moderate persistent asthma has frequent exacerbations despite adherence to low-dose ICS. Which controller/reliever strategy is preferred?

Accepted Answer

Daily and as-needed low- or medium-dose ICS-formoterol (SMART)

Answer

Short-acting beta-agonist as needed only

Answer

High-dose ICS daily plus SABA as needed

Answer

Add tiotropium instead of changing ICS regimen

Answer

Montelukast monotherapy

Practice question

A 28-year-old with moderate persistent asthma has frequent exacerbations despite adherence to low-dose ICS. Which controller/reliever strategy is preferred?