MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

NEUROLOGY

SURGERY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Describe three ways that bronchodilators relieve bronchospasm.
A
Alter smooth muscle tone
B
reduce airway obstruction
C
improve alveolar ventilation
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Cromolyn oral inhalation is used to help prevent symptoms of asthma or bronchospasm (wheezing or difficulty in breathing).

Detailed explanation-2: -Bronchodilators are a type of medication that make breathing easier. They do this by relaxing the muscles in the lungs and widening the airways (bronchi). They’re often used to treat long-term conditions where the airways may become narrow and inflamed.

Detailed explanation-3: -Bronchodilators relax airway smooth muscles, reversing airway obstruction and preventing bronchoconstriction. Ventilator-dependent patients, COPD patients, and asthma patients routinely receive treatment with inhaled bronchodilators.

Detailed explanation-4: -Metered dose inhalers. A metered dose inhaler (MDI) is a small, pressurized canister that contains medication. Nebulizer. Dry powder inhaler. Soft mist inhaler. Other forms. 29-Mar-2022

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