ATS 2 – severe asthma — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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A 6-year-old with acute asthma: speaks in phrases, accessory muscle use, SpO2 92%. What triage category?

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Correct answer: B — ATS category 2

ATS 2: imminently life-threatening, time-critical treatment within 10 minutes. Severe asthma, acute respiratory distress.

Reference: ACEM – ATS Guidelines; RCH Melbourne – 2023