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Asthma reliever overuse — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A patient with asthma requests a salbutamol inhaler for the third time in two months. They are not using their preventer regularly and wake with wheeze twice weekly. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: A — Assess control, check inhaler technique and refer for review

Frequent SABA use suggests poor asthma control and increased exacerbation risk. Technique, adherence and prompt clinical review are needed rather than simply repeated reliever supply. In this scenario, the correct option is assess control, check inhaler technique and refer for review. The other options are plausible but do not address the key clinical, legal or safety issue as directly. This aligns with UK pharmacy practice guidance cited in the reference field.

Reference: NICE CKS; BNF