Safety and Effectiveness of Continuous Aerosolized Albuterol in the Non-Intensive Care Setting

Continuously aerosolized albuterol been shown to be safe and effective for the treatment of severe status asthmaticus in the emergency department and ICU. Little evidence supports its use in the non–intensive care setting. With the appropriate resources and support, continuous albuterol may be administered in the non–ICU setting with a low incidence of clinical deterioration and adverse effects. Certain clinical factors may help identify which patients may benefit from higher acuity care. (Read the full article)
Source: PEDIATRICS - Category: Pediatrics Tags: Pediatrics Digest Summary Source Type: research