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Asthma MART counselling — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A 29-year-old patient is switched to budesonide/formoterol MART for asthma. They previously used salbutamol for symptoms and are unsure how the new inhaler is different. The prescription includes a maximum daily inhalation limit. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: C — Use the same inhaler for maintenance and relief as prescribed

MART uses an inhaled corticosteroid/formoterol inhaler for both regular maintenance and symptom relief according to a prescribed plan. The patient must understand the maximum daily dose and when to seek urgent help. Stopping anti-inflammatory treatment when symptoms improve can lead to loss of control.

Reference: BTS/NICE/SIGN asthma guideline; BNF