I just need help finding reference with back up the information below. The reference has to be clinical
guideline though.
Diagnostic Plan Rationale
Spirometry both with and without bronchodilators
Measures how much air the patient can inhale and exhale
CT Scan
Investigates if the patient has chronic sinus infection
Treatment Plan Rationale
Environmental Modification
Identify and avoid irritants and allergens and getting a cold that can trigger his asthma attack
Offer Asthma Medications
SABA ad needed
Combination of ICS and LABA to prevent asthma attack
Encourage pt to take his nasal corticosteroids, oral antihistamines regularly as directed and get his allergy shots regularly
To prevent allergic rhinitis that can trigger asthma attack
Provide Asthma Plan
To help monitor and manage pt’s asthma
Educate pt on how to properly use peak flow meter
Helps in monitoring asthma and when to seek immediate attention
Educate pt on how to properly use metered dose inhalers
Helps manage asthma by appropriately getting the treatment
Ensure pt is up to date with his appropriate immunizations
To help prevent patient from getting flu and pneumonia that can also trigger asthma
Lifestyle modification – weight management with diet and exercise
Helps in asthma control