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This Concept Map, created with IHMC CmapTools, has information related to: asthma, asthma s/s Retractions, nonproductive cough, tachynpea, orthopnea, restlessness, diaphoresis, tripod postion, fatigue, chest tightness, wheezing, Decreased wheezing in a clinically non improving child may be an ominous sign., asthma PIE Increased airway responsiveness to stimuli. Bronchospasm. Inflammation & edema of mucous membranes. Early phase response- Triggers activate IgE on mast cells, causing release of histamine, leukotriens, prostaglandis, causing bronchoconstriction. Late Phase- Mediators attract immunse cells to respiratory tract. infiltration of these cells cause airway edma, mucous plugging and inflammation., asthma Nursing interventions Assess for s/s of resp distress. Assess breath sounds, apnea and cardioresp monitoring for acute. assess for s/s dehyrdation. position infant at 30-40 degree upright angle. Maintain contact precautions., asthma management Rest, humidification and inc fluid intake for mild cases. Cool, humidified oxygen can be given., asthma diagnosis clinical presentation. chest x rays may show hyperinflation & inc anteroposterior chest diameter. May find consolidation. can do virus test with respiratory secretions.