N.J. Admin. Code § 8:41-8.12

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 8:41-8.12 - Standing orders for pediatric asthma

(a) The following standing orders are authorized in the event that a pediatric patient presents with asthma:

1. Assess and secure the airway;

2. Administer 100 percent oxygen;

3. Maintain normal body temperature;

4. Administer Albuterol 2.5 mg via nebulizer;

5. If patient condition becomes more unstable:

i. Administer epinephrine 0.01 mg/kg (0.01 ml/kg) of a 1:1,000 solution to a maximum of 0.5 mg via SC route;

ii. Establish IV access of normal saline solution at a KVO rate; and

6. Contact the medical command physician.

N.J. Admin. Code § 8:41-8.12