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Asthma — NCLEX Cheat Sheet
Reversible airway narrowing
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Use this quick-reference guide to spot, treat, and prevent Asthma on the NCLEX. Keep it handy during review and on exam day!
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Signs
What to look for- Wheeze, cough, chest tight
- Prolonged expiration, dyspnea
- ↓ peak flow, accessory muscles
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Report
Notify / act now- Silent chest = no air movement
- Status asthmaticus, ↓ O₂
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Meds
Key numbers- Rescue: SABA (albuterol) first
- Maintenance: inhaled steroid
- Bronchodilator before steroid
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Teach
Teaching points- Avoid triggers, rinse after steroid
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Quick Tip
Expiratory wheezing, chest tightness, dyspnea, and a nonproductive cough are hallmark signs.
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