Asthma Exacerbation

Question 1

Dexamethasone Dosing

Answer 1

0.6 mg/kg (max 16 mg) PO or IV, 2nd dose 24 hours later

Question 2

Methylprednisolone (solumedrol)

Answer 2

125 mg IV (dexamethasone is preferred in kids)

Question 3

Nebulizer treatments

Answer 3

Duonebs x 3, albuterol continuous

Question 4

Magnesium sulfate

Answer 4

2 g IV (50 mg/kg)

Question 5

EpiPen dose

Answer 5

0.3 mg epinephrine

Question 6

Epinephrine for asthma exacerbations

Answer 6

0.01 mg/kg 1:1000 IM (max 0.5 mg) q5-15 min x 3 (administer in inner thigh)