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Asthma in Children
ASTHMA IN CHILDREN
Dr C.T.Deshmukh
Professor of Pediatrics, K.E.M Hospital
Asthma Management and References
Asthma Management and References
Asthma Management and References
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Treatment in PICU
Treatment in PICU:                                                                        
Treatment in PICU
Treatment in PICU
Continue IV bronchodilators, continuous nebulizations, anticholinergics, steroids and O2.
Treatment of acidosis
Treatment of acidosis:
Treatment of acidosis
acidosis is caused by hypoxemia, hypoperfusion and respiratory failure. acidosis.
Treatment of acidosis
It leads to myocardial depression, decreased effectiveness of B-agonists and ineffective rapid shallow breathing.
Treatment of acidosis
Correct metabolic by giving bicarbonate (keep pH > 7.20) 1 meq/kg.
Sedatives
Sedatives
Sedatives
May be given to prevent ineffective ventilation and interference with nebulization therapy.
Sedatives
Preferably use those with bronchodilating effect e.g. Haloperidol or ketamine.
Sedatives
Use only in PICU setting or when patient on ventilator.

Asthma in Children
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