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SABA overuse — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A 24-year-old with asthma requests a third salbutamol inhaler this month. The pharmacy record shows poor collection of preventer inhalers and no recent asthma review. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: A — Supply if clinically needed and arrange urgent asthma review

Frequent salbutamol use suggests poor asthma control and increased risk of exacerbation. The immediate need for reliever treatment should be addressed, but the patient needs prompt review of preventer therapy, adherence, and inhaler technique. Substituting medicines without review would not be safe.

Reference: NICE CKS; BNF