Knowledge Base

Acute Severe Asthma

Knowledge Base

title: "Acute Severe Asthma"

Acute Severe Asthma

Key Facts

Acute severe asthma (adults/adolescents): speaks only a few words, RR ≥25, HR ≥110, SpO₂ 92–96% on room air, FEV1/PEF ≤50% predicted/personal best

Source: Australian Asthma Handbook / local ED asthma pathway.

Overview

This article covers Severity assessment, Treatment ladder, Intubation considerations.

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Severity assessment

Obstructive pattern: scooped expiratory limb with reduced peak flow

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Treatment ladder

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Intubation considerations

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Sources

  • CC Bible
  • Australian Asthma Handbook

Related Topics

See also: Respiratory Failure: Type 1 & Type 2, Anaphylaxis