Factors identify patients with asthma at risk for relapse after ED discharge – Healio

Factors identify patients with asthma at risk for relapse after ED discharge
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Researchers studied 807 patients (median age, 30 years; 58% females) who were treated for acute asthma and discharged from 20 EDs. All patients completed a structured ED interview and a follow-up telephone interview 4 weeks after discharge.
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Factors associated with relapse after treatment for asthma attack – AAP News (subscription)

Factors associated with relapse after treatment for asthma attack
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Patients who use a short-acting beta2-agonist within six hours of going to the ED for an asthma attack should be examined carefully because the medication may improve the physical exam and pulmonary function tests, according to a recent study. Children …

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