Other Pulmonary Disorders
Asthma
Bronchoconstriction and airway inflammation
**EXPIRATIONAL WHEEZING**
Dx: Pulmonary Function Test
Treatment based on ASTHMA SEVERITY CLASSIFICATION
Cystic Fibrosis
Autosomal Recessive
**Meconium ileus at birth**
**Steatorrhea**
Immunocompromised (recurrent infections)
Dx: Elevated Sweat Chloride Test (>60)
Tx: Clearance of secretions in airway (Average life expectancy (35-40)
Foreign Body Aspiration
SUDDEN onset of respiratory distress
Wheezing or stidor heard on exam depending on if in upper or lower airway
Dx: Chest xray (2 views)
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