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===[[Maine:Prehospital protocol pediatric wheezing (less than 2yo) |Yes]]===
===[[Maine:Prehospital protocol pediatric wheezing (less than 2yo) |Yes]]===
===[[Maine:Prehospital protocol pediatric wheezing (2 yo & greater)|No]]===
===[[Maine:Prehospital protocol pediatric wheezing (2 yo & greater)|No]]===
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Revision as of 02:35, 26 October 2015

Perform general assessment

  • If adequate ventilation, let child assume position of comfort
  • O2 - allow patient or parent to assist in administration

Signs of respiratory failure?

Yes

Evidence of Stridor?

Yes

Wheezing

Age < 2 years old?

Yes

No