skip to main content

Asthma Predictive Index — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

Instant feedback + full explanation. One question, done properly.

ModerateRespiratoryAsthma Predictive IndexRACP Paediatrics

A 3-year-old child presents with an acute episode of wheeze. He has had 4 previous episodes of wheeze with viral infections in the past year. He has eczema and egg allergy. His father has asthma. Which feature most strongly predicts persistent asthma?

Educational content. Not a substitute for clinical judgement or local policy.

Reveal the answer and explanation

Correct answer: A — Parental asthma

The modified Asthma Predictive Index (mAPI) identifies preschool wheezers at high risk of persistent asthma. Major criteria include parental asthma and physician-diagnosed atopic dermatitis. Parental asthma is the strongest single predictor.

Reference: National Asthma Council Australia – 2024 – Australian Asthma Handbook