Tag Asthma

2014 Morsels, Critical Care

Mechanical Ventilation for Severe Asthma

“Wheezing” is a prominent complaint in the Ped ED and it has been a frequent topic of the PedEM Morsels. We have covered a wide variety of Asthma management aspects: from initial therapies (MDIs vs Nebs) to potential hydration issues;…

Sean M. Fox
November 7, 2014
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2013 Morsels, Critical Care, Procedures / Tips, Pulmonary

Delayed Sequence Intubation

We often instruct with absolutes. “Never let the sun set on a pleural effusion.” “You’re not dead until you’re warm and dead.” “Never intubate an asthmatic.” Well, often medical decisions exist in a much less dichotomous realm. It is great…

Sean M. Fox
September 6, 2013
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