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25min module
Introduction and epidemiology of asthma
with Dr Stephen Gaduzo
This module provides an introduction to asthma, including:
- the epidemiology of asthma globally and in the UK,
- asthma risk factors, and
- clinical signs and symptoms
No advice given in this module is intended to be a substitute for your own professional judgment in the clinical management of your patients.
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Which of these is an indirect effect of asthma?
Loss of work productivity
Sleep disorders
Depression and anxiety
All of these
Correct!
All of these – that’s right. Loss of work productivity, sleep disorders, and depression and anxiety can all occur as an indirect effect of asthma.
Incorrect
Not quite. All the factors can occur as an indirect effect of asthma.
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Which of the following is linked with an increased prevalence of asthma?
Inner-city living
Living in rural environments
Exposure to a wide range of allergens at a young age
Correct!
Inner City Living – That’s right. People living in inner-city areas where there is more air pollution are more at risk of developing asthma compared to those living in rural areas.
Incorrect!
Not quite. People living in inner-city areas where there is more air pollution are more at risk of developing asthma compared to those living in rural areas.
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What words are missing to complete this definition of asthma: “Asthma is a heterogeneous disease, usually characterised by chronic airway ______. It is defined by the history of respiratory symptoms such as - ______, shortness of breath, chest tightness and cough that vary over time and in intensity, together with variable expiratory ______ limitation.”
Inflammation, wheeze, airflow
Blockage, inflammation, breath
Inflammation, balance issues, airflow
Blockage, wheeze, breath
Correct!
Inflammation, wheeze, airflow – You got it!
Incorrect!
Almost. Asthma is usually characterised by chronic airway inflammation and can cause wheezing and airflow limitations.
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