Pediatric asthma is characterized by variable expiratory airway limitation and persistent respiratory symptoms, including wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness. Airway hyperresponsiveness and inflammation are additional common features, with severity ranging from intermittent symptoms to potentially life-threatening airway compromise. Asthma often occurs in childhood and is influenced by both genetics and environmental factors. Most children who wheeze before age 6 will likely have their symptoms resolved. However, a subset of children, typically those with atopy, a family history of asthma, and persistent symptoms at a young age, may develop persistent asthma. Assessment evaluates symptom intensity, exacerbation risk, and the likelihood of persistent asthma, guiding treatment decisions accordingly.The cornerstone of diagnostic evaluation is spirometry, which aids in identifying chest wall, respiratory muscle defects, and respiratory muscle weakness. This technique also assesses airflow limitation and excludes alternative diagnoses. Asthma triggers extend beyond airborne agents, including respiratory infections, allergen exposure, environmental irritants, physical activity, hormonal fluctuations, medications, and psychosocial factors. Treatment strategies focus on patient and caregiver education, regular symptom monitoring, and the implementation of stepwise tailored medication regimens based on symptom severity. This activity covers the etiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of pediatric asthma. This activity provides healthcare professionals with the information and resources to improve long-term outcomes and reduce the risk of future asthma attacks, impaired lung development, decreased lung function, and structural changes in children’s lungs affected by asthma.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/26821
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: IPCE Credits: 1.5 hours
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.5 hours
Nursing: 1.5 hours
Pharmacy: 1.5 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABOS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABOS)
ABPATH - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABTS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABTS)
ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP)
ABTS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABTS) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Adolescent Medicine, All Practice Areas (e.g. ethics), Cardiothoracic, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Hospital Medicine, Medical Toxicology, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Pediatric Anesthesia, Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Pulmonology