2025 (3): Primary Care:Acute Asthma attacks

This episode (2025 (3) of 'Asthma with Experts' which is hosted by the Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA), DR Alan Kaplan, a general practitioner in Canada shares his views and experience in our discussion on managing asthma exacerbations/attacks in primary care.Alan shares his approach to the management of patients consulting with respiratory symptoms which he thinks are due to an asthma attack. He takes us through the process of assessment, treatment, monitoring and how he decides whether to admit someone or send them home. We also discuss   safety advice and follow up of the patient after the attack has been managedThis podcast is targeted mainly for doctors working in primary care, but it will also be helpful for doctors in secondary care who are not asthma specialists.Please share this podcast with any colleagues who manage people with asthma and do write to us ([email protected]) to suggest any future topics you would find helpful. Also have a look at the summary and the full strategy documents online at www.ginasthma.org/reports.Disclaimer:The “Asthma with Experts” podcast is produced by the Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) and is intended for informational and educational purposes for healthcare providers only. The content provided in this podcast does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.  The opinions and views expressed by the hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of GINA. While efforts are made to ensure the accuracy of the information presented, GINA makes no guarantees regarding the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of the content. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is at the listener’s own risk.This podcast should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice or as a basis for legal or clinical decisions. GINA disclaims all liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of this podcast.By accessing this podcast, you agree to these terms. For further inquiries, please contact GINA directly.  This content may not be reproduced without express written consent from GINA. (www.ginasthma.org)   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.