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Asthma: What Do You Know About It?

What do the composer Beethoven and President Kennedy have in common? Asthma. How much do you know about this disease? Take this quiz to find out.

1. Asthma is one of the leading causes of long-term (chronic) illness in children. When does it usually show up?




2. Asthma symptoms:




3. Asthma triggers include:




4. Correct asthma management includes:





5. Children with asthma should:



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Online Medical Reviewer: Gotwals, Jessica, RN, BS

Online Medical Reviewer: Pedersen, Deborah, MD

Online Medical Reviewer: Sather, Rita, RN

Date Last Reviewed: 12/01/2022

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