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Life-threatening episode of airway obstruction that is often unresponsive to treatment
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Extreme wheezing
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Labored breathing
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Use of accessory muscles
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Distended neck veins
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High risk for cardiac or respiratory arrest
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Place pt in high-Fowler's
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Prepare for emergency intubation
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Administer oxygen, epinephrine, and systemic steroid as prescribed
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Provide emotional support
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