SAQ 1389 – Child asthma exacerbation with airway planning

Marked out of 12.00

A 7-year-old girl is brought to ED with an asthma exacerbation.

List four clinical or investigative findings indicating imminent need for intubation.

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She has life-threatening asthma and will require intubation. Her observations are shown. List four anticipated difficulties during intubation and ventilation, with a management strategy for each.

(Marked out of 8.0)

Observation Value
GCS 14 (E3 V5 M6)
Pulse 175/min
Blood pressure 90/55 mmHg
Respiratory rate 60/min
Oxygen saturation 89% on 15 L O2 via non-rebreather mask


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Total Score: 0 / 12

Percentage: 0%