Discussion Post: Asthma Simulation
• What factors may trigger an asthma attack?
• What are the clinical manifestations of a child experiencing an exacerbation of asthma?
• Explain the progression of asthma that is not responsive to treatment.
• Discuss the pathophysiology of asthma
• Discuss the actions, side effects, contraindications, and nursing implications of the
• following medications in the treatment of asthma: albuterol, atrioventricular,
• epinephrine, prednisone, and solumedrol
• Discuss the following treatment modalities for treatment of asthma and note when
• each is indicated: aerosolized medications by nebulizer, mattered-dose inhaler, oxygen, heliox therapy, And Bipap.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.