Approach to a Child with Breathing Difficulty – PGIMER Protocols on Respiratory Emergencies (2011) Joseph L. Mathew

Description

A protocol detailing the rapid assessment, immediate care, and specific management strategies for children presenting with breathing difficulty and respiratory distress in the Pediatric Emergency Department. It covers restoration of airway patency, supporting breathing with high flow oxygen and assisted ventilation, circulation management, and categorization of underlying causes (e.g., upper/lower airway obstruction, pneumonia, cardiac findings).