Paediatric Emergencies 2021 – Acute Asthma Quiz Acute Asthma Post video quiz This short quiz allows us to ensure there has been some learning through watching this video. Although this quiz is optional, we are unable to provide you with a certificate unless you complete it along with the feedback form. A pass mark of 80% is required to pass. What is the first action you should take in an intubated asthmatic who suddenly goes into cardiac arrest? (Select all that apply) * Insert a large bore cannula in the 2nd intercostal space midclavicular line bilaterally Order an urgent chest radiograph Start CPR Adrenaline bolus Disconnect endotracheal tube from the ventilator +/- manual decompression of the chest Select all that apply. Which of the following are important when preparing to intubate a child with asthma? (Select all that apply) * Team brief Preparation for cardiac arrest Fluid bolus Discussion with PICU/Transport team Consideration of inserting an arterial line prior to intubation Select all that apply. Which of the following are generally useful treatments for refractory asthma? (Select all that apply) * Increasing salbutamol infusion to 5mcg/kg/min Volatile anaesthetic agents Adrenaline infusion Ketamine infusion Magnesium Infusion Select all that apply. Which of the following are true about ventilating the child with asthma? (Select all that apply) * Start with a longer than usual I:E ratio e.g. 1:3 to 1:5 Aim for oxygen saturations of 92 to 95% Never increase peak pressures above 35 cmH2O Use volume control where possible Aim for PaCO2 < 6 kPa Select all that apply. Indications to intubate the child with asthma include? (Select all that apply) * Life threatening features refractory to maximum treatment Child presenting in cardiac arrest Needing > 40% oxygen on high flow PaCO2 > 6 kPa Concerns child might become exhausted Select all that apply. Quiz Score Section Buttons If you are human, leave this field blank. Submit Δ
