Approximately 25 million Americans have asthma. This is a condition that causes periods of wheezing and shortness of breath and life-threatening exacerbations. Nursing and respiratory therapy students need to learn how to assess patients with asthma and administer appropriate bronchodilator therapy. In this blog, we will look at how instructors can use the SimLabSolutions Asthma Management Training Bundle student asthma training. 

Asthma Assessment Training

Peak flow meters are handheld devices that measure how well air moves out of the lungs. When a patient exhales forcefully, these devices are able to give better measurements for patients. They help patients recognize that their asthma is becoming worse before they develop any shortness of breath or wheezing. Peak flow values manage acute asthma attacks and assess the patient's response to therapy in the hospital setting. 

Asthma Medications

Steroid and bronchodilator medications reduce swelling and tightening in the airways. Metered dose inhalers are commonly used for daily asthma management. Valved holding chambers are often used with inhalers to make it easier for patients to inhale the medications deep into their airways. Nebulizers create a cloud of medicated mist that is inhaled over 5-20 minutes for children and patients who are having acute asthma attacks. Always remember, patients require training and education about how to properly use their inhalers. 

Teaching Asthma Management

The SimLabSolutions Asthma Management Training Bundle has everything that instructors need to teach students how to assess and treat patients with asthma. For instance, simulated inhalers have valve holding chambers for adult and pediatric patients. The peak flow meter allows students to assess the patient’s initial respiratory status and response to therapy. Learning materials are even provided for students with information about asthma medications and Asthma Action Plans. For more information about the SimLabSolutions training bundles, reach to a DiaMedical USA expert at 877-593-6011 or send an email to info@diamedicalusa.com.