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Base admission decisions on serial assessment of lung function (using FEV₁ or peak expiratory flow) after the patient receives 3 doses of an inhaled bronchodilator (at least 1 hour after initiation of treatment); use pulse oximetry if patient is unable to comply with FEV₁ or peak expiratory flow measurement
Acute asthma exacerbation
Chronic asthma
Cough variant asthma r6
Patient education about self-management establishes a partnership with the patient and is a major component of care c156
Reduce exposure to allergen, irritant, and air pollution triggers
Breathing exercises c157
Smoking cessation c158
Weight-loss interventions c160
Supplemental oxygen c161