Sanjay Mehta

Sanjay Mehta and Dennis Scolnik, both pediatric emergency physicians at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, dive into the complexities of managing acute asthma in children. They share insights on risk stratification tools like PRAM scores and discuss when to use chest X-rays or blood gases. The conversation highlights the importance of early corticosteroid administration and the effectiveness of MDIs versus nebulizers. Controversies surrounding treatments such as ketamine and heliox are also explored, offering essential strategies for improving outcomes in emergency settings.