Asthma
SX â wheezing, chest tightness, cough.
PE â lungs, nose, ears.
Next Steps
DX â CBC, allergy testing, CXR, Pulmonary Function Test / Spirometry (PEF - Peak Expiratory Flow).
Health Tips
TX â Mild Intermittent: < or = 2 / wk, FEV1 > 80% â Albuterol PRN. Mild Persistent: > 2 / wk, FEV1 > 80% â Albuterol PRN, Fluticasone INH, Montelukast 10mg QPM. Moderate Persistent: QD Sx, ER Visit, PEF 60-80 â Advair (Fluticasone/Salmeterol), Montelukast .10mg QPM Severe Persistent: Nocturnal Sx, PEF < 60 â High Dose Advair, Oral Steroids.