Episode 54: Classification & Treatment of Asthma

This is an AI generated podcast of Tonya Piehl's lecture notes. This document outlines the National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (NAEPP) and Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) guidelines for asthma classification and treatment. It details asthma severity levels, ranging from intermittent to severe persistent, and describes a stepwise approach to management, including medication choices and peak flow monitoring. The guidelines also provide information on assessing asthma exacerbations, using factors like respiratory rate, speech, and oxygen saturation to determine severity. Finally, the document lists helpful resources*for further information on asthma management.