This article discusses the pathophysiology and nursing management of acute asthma through a case study of Jackson Smith. It explains the pharmacological and peak flow monitoring strategies used in the care plan for Jackson. It also evaluates drugs like Salbutamol, Nebulised Ipratropium Bromide, and IV Hydrocortisone 100mg. The article provides references to recent literature to support the discussion.

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Pathophysiology and Nursing Management of Acute Asthma: A Case Study

Acute severe asthma is a condition where the body becomes unresponsive towards corticosteroids and bronchodilators. It manifests as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease due to airway limitation. The aetiology of acute asthma includes atopic and non-atopic responses to allergens and food allergens. The pathogenesis involves bronchial hyperresponsiveness and chronic inflammation. Diagnosis is done through peak flow and spirometry tests. Treatment options include bronchodilators, anticholinergics, corticosteroids, and magnesium sulphate. Nursing and non-pharmacotherapy options include oxygenation and avoiding triggers. The course of the disease involves permanent structural changes and hyperinflated lung fields. Asthma later develops into COPD. Prevention involves monitoring asthma through peak flow monitors, avoiding dust and pollution, and using inhalers.

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Healthcare and Research

Acute Severe Asthma: Aetiology, Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

This article discusses the pathogenesis, aetiology, trigger factors, clinical features, and treatment of acute severe asthma. It covers the diagnosis, pharmacological treatment, nursing strategies, and disease prognosis. The article also highlights the risk factors, complications, and indigenous Australians' higher prevalence of asthma.

Pathogenesis, Aetiology, Trigger Factors, Clinical Features, and Treatment of Acute Severe Asthma

This article discusses the pathophysiology of acute asthma and nursing interventions to control the condition. It explains the role of pharmacological treatment and peak flow monitoring in controlling asthma. The article also discusses the effectiveness of nebulised ipratropium bromide and salbutamol in treating asthma.

Understanding the Pathophysiology of Acute Asthma and Nursing Interventions

This article provides an overview of asthma, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and complications. It also covers prevention and management of asthma attacks. Risk factors, influences, and course of the disease are discussed. The article includes references to recent research studies.

Asthma: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment and Complications

This article discusses the pathogenesis, clinical features, diagnosis, and treatment of acute severe asthma. It covers the pharmacologic therapy, nursing interventions, and primary and secondary prevention methods. The article also includes a case study and answers to related questions. Subject: Medicine, Course Code: NA, Course Name: NA, College/University: NA

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Pathogenesis and Treatment of Acute Severe Asthma

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

This Executive Summary of the Global Strategy for the Diagnosis, Management and Prevention of COPD, Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) 2017 Report focuses primarily on the revised and novel parts of the document. The most significant changes include: (i) the assessment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease has been refined to separate the spirometric assessment from symptom evaluation. ABCD groups are now proposed to be derived exclusively from patient symptoms and their history of exacerbations; (ii) for each of the groups A to D, escalation strategies for pharmacological treatments are proposed; (iii) the concept of de-escalation of therapy is introduced in the treatment assessment scheme; (iv)non-pharmacological therapies are comprehensively presented and (v) the importance of co-morbid conditions in managing COPD is reviewed.

Pathophysiology and Nursing Management of Acute Asthma: A Case Study

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Acute Severe Asthma: Aetiology, Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

Pathogenesis, Aetiology, Trigger Factors, Clinical Features, and Treatment of Acute Severe Asthma

Understanding the Pathophysiology of Acute Asthma and Nursing Interventions

Asthma: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment and Complications

Pathogenesis and Treatment of Acute Severe Asthma

Global Strategy for the Diagnosis, Management and Prevention of Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease 2017 Report - GOLD Executive Summary

Pathophysiology and Nursing Management of Acute Asthma: A Case Study

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Acute Severe Asthma: Aetiology, Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

Pathogenesis, Aetiology, Trigger Factors, Clinical Features, and Treatment of Acute Severe Asthma

Understanding the Pathophysiology of Acute Asthma and Nursing Interventions

Asthma: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment and Complications

Pathogenesis and Treatment of Acute Severe Asthma

Global Strategy for the Diagnosis, Management and Prevention of Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease 2017 Report - GOLD Executive Summary