[8] Asthma in Children Flashcards
Are the airways only inflamed during an asthma attack?
No, there is persistence of airway inflammation despite absence of an attack
Spirometry to diagnose asthma can only be used in children older than?
> 5 years old
How do you diagnose asthma in children <5 years old
Treatment Trial of Short Bronchodilators
Highly Suggestive of Asthma
Presence of Wheeze Before 3
Presence of One Major Risk Factor (Parental History of Ashtma)
2-3 Minor risk Factors
Eosinophilia
Wheezing
Management of Asthma Attack
Controllers
Managers
Most Effective Controller Medication for Asthma
Inhaled Glucocorticoids
4 Components of Optimal Asthma Management
Control of Factors Contributing to Severity
Asthma Pharmacotherapy
Patient Education
What is an Asthma Action Plan
Written asthma management plan written by both the doctor and the patient
Updated each visit