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Chronic Asthma (Epidemiology ((ten people die daily from complications…
Chronic Asthma
Epidemiology
Leading chronic disease in children
1 in 13 people are affected
ten people die daily from complications from asthma
adults have a higher mortality rate than children
Diagnosis
Personal, family, and medical history
Physical exam
Diagnostic testing
Lung function test
Spirometry
Peak air flow
Evaluate symptoms
Severity
Frequency
Worsening
Pathophysiology
Overaction to allergens
Environmental triggers
Cold air
Exercise
Immune response
Increased inflammation and mucus production
Narrowing and obstruction of airway
Clinical Presentation
Coughing
Wheezing
Chest tightness
Dyspnea
Treatment
Medications
SABA
Determine need for ICS and Leukotriene modifiers
Written asthma action plan
Follow up appointment to monitor
Effectiveness of medication
Patient education
Identify early warning signs of exacerbation
avoid triggers
compliance with action plan and medication
seek emergency medical care
chronically inflamed and hypersensitive airways