Managing an Asthma Exacerbation in a Child – Quick Guide

Difficulty breathing in infants and young children: Dyspnoea seen only with activity is usually managed at home, as prompt relief is obtained with inhaled bronchodilators (+/- the use of inhaled corticosteroids to dampen the inflammatory process). LIMITS ACTIVITY (40-70% PEF) → OFFICE / ED frequent SABAs + oral steroids spacer > nebuliser oral steroids > inhaled … Continue reading Managing an Asthma Exacerbation in a Child – Quick Guide