CHRONIC ASTHMA CHILDREN 5 UNDER Flashcards
1
Q
chronic asthma children <5yr tx step 1
A
- intermittent reliever SABA
- if using >1 inhaler per month = REFER ASAP
2
Q
chronic asthma children <5yr tx step 2
A
SABA + ICS low dose
- if ICS x tolerated change to LTRA (montekulast)
3
Q
when to initiate ICS in under 5
A
- start if uncontrolled by SABA alone
- symp 3xWK
- night awakening 1xWK
4
Q
how long to trial low dose ICS before continuing
A
8 weeks
5
Q
chronic asthma children <5yr tx step 3
A
SABA + ICS + LTRA
-if x controlled - refer to specialist
