Question

A 27-year-old with asthma exacerbation (PEF 55% predicted) on ICS-formoterol maintenance asks about reliever choice. Per NAEPP 2020, which is the recommended strategy in appropriate steps?

Accepted Answer

Use LABA alone as reliever

Answer

SABA only as reliever at all steps

Answer

Use ICS-formoterol as single maintenance and reliever therapy (SMART) at Steps 3-4

Answer

Use oral steroids daily as reliever

Answer

Which is recommended strategy in appropriate steps?

Practice question

A 27-year-old with asthma exacerbation (PEF 55% predicted) on ICS-formoterol maintenance asks about reliever choice. Per NAEPP 2020, which is the recommended strategy in appropriate steps?