CCRN Exam Prep - Pediatric Critical Care

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What is the leukotriene inhibitor recommended for daily use in pediatric patients ages 3 and older for the management of asthma?
  1. Accolate
  2. Singulair
  3. Zafirlukast
  4. Salmeterol
Explanation
Answer: B-Singulair is recommended for pediatric patients 3 years or older for the management of asthma.

Accolate and zafirlukast are the same drug but are only recommended for use in patients over seven years of age. Salmeterol is a long acting beta agonist, not a leukotriene inhibitor.
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