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MART counselling — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateRespiratory TherapeuticsMART counsellingGPhC CRA

A 42-year-old man uses a budesonide/formoterol inhaler as MART. He asks whether he still needs to carry his salbutamol inhaler for symptoms. His asthma plan states the MART inhaler is his preventer and reliever. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: C — Use the MART inhaler for both regular maintenance and symptom relief as directed

MART uses a suitable ICS-formoterol inhaler for both maintenance and reliever treatment, within the prescribed maximum daily inhalations. This should reduce reliance on SABA and provide anti-inflammatory treatment when symptoms worsen. The patient should be shown the written action plan and advised when to seek urgent help.

Reference: NICE/BTS/SIGN asthma guideline; BNF