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Asthma is one of the most common pediatric emergencies, demanding quick recognition and effective treatment to avoid complications. This module offers a clear, practical approach to assessing and managing asthma in the ED. Exacerbations can worsen quickly, so early intervention is key. Accurate history, physical exam, and treatment response guide decisions on discharge vs. admission. Evidence-based strategies ensure safe, timely care. In just 15 minutes, this module will boost your ability to assess, treat, and make informed decisions for pediatric asthma patients in emergency settings.
What You Will Learn
- Understand the epidemiology and pathophysiology of pediatric asthma
- Recognize key history and physical exam findings in asthmatic patients presenting to the ED
- Describe the medications and therapies commonly used in pediatric asthma management
- Identify criteria for determining whether a patient requires hospital admission or can be safely discharged home
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Asthma is one of the most common pediatric emergencies, demanding quick recognition and effective treatment to avoid complications. This module offers a clear, practical approach to assessing and managing asthma in the ED. Exacerbations can worsen quickly, so early intervention is key. Accurate history, physical exam, and treatment response guide decisions on discharge vs. admission. Evidence-based strategies ensure safe, timely care. In just 15 minutes, this module will boost your ability to assess, treat, and make informed decisions for pediatric asthma patients in emergency settings.
What You Will Learn
- Understand the epidemiology and pathophysiology of pediatric asthma
- Recognize key history and physical exam findings in asthmatic patients presenting to the ED
- Describe the medications and therapies commonly used in pediatric asthma management
- Identify criteria for determining whether a patient requires hospital admission or can be safely discharged home
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