Management of Asthma Flashcards
1
Q
Pt w/ MH of asthma suddenly develops SOB and audible wheeze - what is differential ?
A
Exacerbation of asthma
Foreign body obstruction
Exacerbation of COPD
2
Q
What should immediate management of pt w/ SOB and wheeze be?
A
ABCDE
Sit patient up
Give salbutamol via spacer 2 puffs at time
Puff every 60 seconds - max 10 puffs
3
Q
When should call 999?
A
Pt unable to complete sentence one breath, reduced chest movement, cyanosis or altered consciousness
4
Q
How is asthma mx in hospital?
A
Neubulisd salbutamol
Oxygen levels will be monitored via sats (94-98%)
IV steroids
5
Q
Triggers for asthma?
A
Stress and anxiety
