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Asthma, Group 8 Concept Map: Asthma Group Members: Tatiana Vostrikov,…
Asthma
Pathothysiology
Bronchial Inflammation
Oedema
Bronchoconstriction
Bronchial hyperactivity + trigger
Bronchospasm
Bronchioles
Smooth muscles
Ages
Under 30
70% Allergenic
plant pollens
Older than 30
Almost always hypersensitivity to non-allergic irritants
smoke
smog
Children
Affects 15-20%
Mucus Production
Environmental Factors
Airways Narrowing
Genetic Predesposition
Cardiovascular Effects
Symptoms
Cough
Wheezing
Breathlessness
Chest tightness
Triggers
Exercise
Older Child
Allergens
Common
Grass pollens
Moulds
House dust mites
Atmosphere
Upper respiratory tract infections
Virus 90%
Preschool Children
Treatments
Inhalers/ Puffers
Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI)
Dry Powder Inhaler (DPI)
Nebulizer
Medications
Long-term Controllers
Inhaled corticosteroids
Inhaled long-acting beta agonists
Combination inhaled medicines
Biologics
Leukotriene modifiers
Cromolyn sodium
Theophylline
Oral corticosteroids
Quick Relievers
Short-acting beta agonists
Long-acting muscarinic antagonists (LAMA) or anticholinergics
Combination quick-relief medicines
Group 8
Concept Map: Asthma
Group Members: Tatiana Vostrikov, Wilissa Leslie, Betty Mawanza, Jim Cadiz