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Severe Asthma Exacerbation
Signs of a Severe Asthma Exacerbation:
 • Vitals: ↑HR ↑RR ↓SpO2
 • High work
Severe Asthma Exacerbation ... ↓SpO2 • High work ... - High pCO2 / low ... CriticalCare #pulmonary ... #management #treatment
Noninvasive Positive Pressure Ventilation (NIPPV)

Expiratory & Inspiratory Positive Airway Pressure
Both increase intrathoracic pressure, which can decrease
intubation, mortality, LOS ... failure (ie.. asthma ... status • Won't Work ... #indications #criticalcare ... #management