title: Asthma emergencies. A practical approach.
abstract: Asthma emergencies can be frightening for both patient and doctor. Often they can be avoided by early recognition and intervention. The general practitioner needs to be able to assess severity, treat effectively and seek assistance appropriately.
authors.affiliation: University of Western Australia.
authors.forename: P J
authors.initials: PJ
authors.lastname: Thompson
mesh_terms: D000208:Acute Disease; D001249:Asthma / Q000628:therapy*; D004630:Emergencies; D006760:Hospitalization; D006801:Humans