Chapter 49 Respiratory Diseases
Procedure 49-1 MANAGEMENT OF AN ACUTE ASTHMATIC EPISODE
Adapted from Malamed SF: Medical emergencies in the dental office, ed 6, St Louis, 2007, Mosby.
STEPS | RATIONALES |
1. Terminate the dental procedure and remove all materials from client’s mouth immediately. | Client may inhale materials during asthma attack. |
2. Place the client in a comfortable position as soon as signs are apparent—usually sitting with the arms thrown forward over the back of a chair. | This positioning allows for the most comfort during acute attack. |