05-31-2007, 02:39 PM
Albuterol
O2
Steroids
Assessment response (PEFR, O2 saturation)
Good response
PEFR > 80% (dischard with B- agonist)
Moderate response
PEFR 60 - 80% (hospitalization and continuous medication, O2)
poor response
PEFR< 50% (ICU admit, intubate if: Silent chest, altered sensorium, respiratory failure)
O2
Steroids
Assessment response (PEFR, O2 saturation)
Good response
PEFR > 80% (dischard with B- agonist)
Moderate response
PEFR 60 - 80% (hospitalization and continuous medication, O2)
poor response
PEFR< 50% (ICU admit, intubate if: Silent chest, altered sensorium, respiratory failure)