Asthma

Course Overview

Acute Asthma Management

When a severe asthma exacerbation spirals toward respiratory failure, seconds count—and the decisions you make determine whether your patient recovers or deteriorates. This advanced course goes beyond basic bronchodilator protocols, equipping Advanced Care Paramedics and junior emergency physicians with the clinical reasoning and critical interventions needed to manage status asthmaticus, refractory bronchospasm, and the life-threatening complications of dynamic hyperinflation. From pharmacological nuances like magnesium sulfate and ketamine to ventilator strategies that minimize auto-PEEP, this course bridges the gap between guideline-based care and real-world crisis management. Whether you are managing a pediatric patient in acute distress or preparing to intubate a crashing adult, this is the asthma course written for practitioners who cannot afford to guess.