Question 209 · LEK · Asthma

Indicate the true criteria for positive bronchodilator response in asthma diagnostics in adults and children over 6 years of age:

1) FEV1 increase > 12% and >200 ml from baseline, in adults;
2) FEV1 increase > 12% or >200 ml from baseline, in adults;
3) FEV1 increase > 12% of baseline, in adults;
4) FEV1 increase > 12% and >200 ml from baseline, in children;
5) FEV1 increase > 12% or >200 ml from baseline, in children;
6) FEV1 increase >12% from baseline, in children.
The correct answer is:
  1. A. 1,4.
  2. B. 1,5.
  3. C. 2,5.
  4. D. 3,5.
  5. E. 1,6.
Hint

An absolute volume criterion makes sense in adults but not in small children with low lung volumes.

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