Maine:Prehospital protocol pediatric wheezing (less than 2yo)

Overview

  • Wheezing in the child less than 2 years old is very commonly due to bronchiolitis, which is a self-limited viral illness.

Goals

  • Maintain oxygenation > 90%
  • Ensure hydration
  • Monitor for apnea and distress

Suction

  • Bulb suction assists with secretions

Nebulized Epinephrine

Contact OLMC for patients who are failing all prior treatment

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