Question

A 28-year-old man with a history of asthma presents with nocturnal awakenings due to wheezing twice a week. He is currently using a short-acting beta-2 agonist (SABA) as needed. What is the most appropriate next step in his management?

Accepted Answer

Low-dose inhaled corticosteroid

Answer

Oral corticosteroid

Answer

High-dose inhaled corticosteroid

Answer

Long-acting beta-2 agonist inhaler

Answer

Leukotriene receptor antagonist

Practice question

A 28-year-old man with a history of asthma presents with nocturnal awakenings due to wheezing twice a week. He is currently using a short-acting beta-2 agonist (SABA) as needed. What is the most appropriate next step in his management?