Symptoms
Dyspnea, wheezing, silent chest, accessory muscle use.
Risk Factors
Allergies, prior severe attacks, poor medication compliance.
Complications
Respiratory failure, pneumothorax.
Prevention
Inhaled corticosteroids, trigger avoidance.
Procedures
Nebulized β2-agonists, systemic corticosteroids, oxygen therapy, IV magnesium sulfate, intubation if needed.