Evaluation and management of acute asthma

• Published in: The Medical clinics of North America Vol. 67; no. 3; p. 669
• Main Authors: Hiller, F C, Wilson, Jr, F J
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States 01.05.1983
• Subjects: Acute Disease; Asthma - diagnosis; Asthma - therapy; Blood Gas Analysis; Critical Care; Emergency Medical Services; Female; Humans; Medical History Taking; Patient Admission; Pregnancy; Pregnancy Complications - therapy; Respiratory Function Tests; Respiratory Therapy

Successful management of asthma requires an expectant, aggressive approach to asthma attacks as well as a careful management program to maintain remissions. The patient must recognize when he or she needs help, and the physician must be able to assess the severity of deterioration and provide rapid...