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Asthma salbutamol overuse — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateRespiratory TherapeuticsAsthma salbutamol overuseGPhC CRA

A woman requests her third salbutamol inhaler in six weeks and admits often forgetting her beclometasone preventer. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: A — Assess asthma control, technique and adherence, and refer for review

This scenario assesses Asthma salbutamol overuse in a UK pharmacy practice context. Frequent SABA use indicates poor asthma control and increased exacerbation risk. The best answer is Assess asthma control, technique and adherence, and refer for review because it addresses the principal clinical, legal or safety issue before routine supply. The other options are less appropriate because they either miss the key risk, delay necessary review, or would not meet expected BNF, NICE, MEP, MHRA or GPhC practice standards.

Reference: NICE CKS; BNF