Hazeldine Victoria
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, Sheffield.
Nurs Stand. 2013;27(33):43-9; quiz 51. doi: 10.7748/ns2013.04.27.33.43.e73s00r2cpd.
Acute exacerbations of asthma can be life threatening. This article provides an overview of the pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of acute severe asthma in adults. An understanding of the signs and symptoms of the disorder, and treatment options will ensure rapid decision making when time is crucial during an exacerbation. A proactive approach to managing acute severe asthma may substantially improve patient outcomes and reduce the need for readmission to hospital.
哮喘急性加重可能危及生命。本文概述了成人急性重度哮喘的病理生理学、诊断及管理。了解该疾病的体征和症状以及治疗选择，将有助于在病情加重、时间紧迫时迅速做出决策。采取积极主动的方法管理急性重度哮喘，可能会显著改善患者预后并减少再次入院的需求。
