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Acute Asthma Exacerbation (Clinical Manifestation (Cough, Wheezing,…
Acute Asthma Exacerbation
Clinical Manifestation
Cough
Wheezing
Increased heart rate
Difficulty speaking due to shortness of breath
Increased respiratory rate
Treatment
Education
Recognition of early s/s
Plan of action with patient
Avoiding triggers
Medications
Corticosteroids
Beta2-agonist
Atrovent
Diagnosis
Physical Exam
ABG's
Severity Assessment
CXR
Pathophysiology
Exposure
Inflammation of the airways
Asthma Exacerbation
Smooth muscle contraction
Narrow bronchial tubes
Epidemiology
More prevalent in children
All ages are affected
Affects about 25 million Americans
Causes nearly 2 million emergency room visits every year