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What are the signs of mild respiratory distress?
What are the signs of mild respiratory distress?
Shortness of breath, wheezes, cough, tachypnea, increased respiratory effort, decreased air movement, normal O2 saturations (> 94%); normal capnography
What should be considered if the clinical picture suggests congestive heart failure (CHF)?
What should be considered if the clinical picture suggests congestive heart failure (CHF)?
Refer to CHF Protocol
What should be done if the patient's clinical picture suggests upper airway obstruction?
What should be done if the patient's clinical picture suggests upper airway obstruction?
Use BLS choking maneuvers or Magill forceps removal
What should be administered if the clinical picture suggests asthma or COPD, with wheezing or poor air movement?
What should be administered if the clinical picture suggests asthma or COPD, with wheezing or poor air movement?
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What should be done if there is no improvement in a patient presenting with asthma or COPD symptoms?
What should be done if there is no improvement in a patient presenting with asthma or COPD symptoms?
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