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Understanding childhood asthma and the development of the respiratory tract

Doreen Crawford Senior lecturer, De Montfort University, Leicester, and consultant editor Nursing Children and Young People

Asthma is a chronic and acute condition that causes inflammation of the airways in response to allergens such as viral infections and pollen. This article reviews the developmental anatomy and physiology of the respiratory tract, and considers asthma diagnosis, treatment and management. This article is intended for the student or the junior registered nurse, however the experienced mentor may find it useful as a framework to help them support the learning needs of mentees.

Nursing Children and Young People. 23, 7, 25-34. doi: 10.7748/ncyp2011.09.23.7.25.c8684

Keywords :

Anatomy - asthma management - embryology - inhaler therapy - nebulisers - respiratory system and disorders - spacer devices

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02 September 2011 / Vol 23 issue 7

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