Laryngospasm and Bronchospasm: Pathophysiology, Risks, and Anesthetic Management

This course prepares anesthesia providers to confidently recognize, prevent, and treat two of the most high-stakes airway emergencies in the perioperative setting. You’ll review the pathophysiology and risk factors for laryngospasm and bronchospasm (with a strong focus on pediatric and reactive airway patients), then move into practical, pharmacology-driven management—including first-line bronchodilators, anticholinergics, epinephrine, propofol, and neuromuscular blockade—so you can act rapidly and decisively when seconds matter.

Credit information

class-a

1.5 Class A

pharmacology

1.5 Pharmacology

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Laryngospasm and Bronchospasm: Pathophysiology, Risks, and Anesthetic Management

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This module can be taken until November 29, 2027
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This course can be taken until November 29, 2027

Module Content

Laryngospasm and Bronchospasm: Pathophysiology, Risks, and Anesthetic Management

Introduction
Pathophysiology of Laryngospasm
Incidence of Laryngospasm
Anesthesia-Induced Risk Factors for Laryngospasm
Patient Risk Factors for Laryngospasm
Surgery-Related Risks of Laryngospasm
Recognition of Laryngospasm
Prevention of Laryngospasm
Pharmacological Prevention of Laryngospasm
Treatment of Laryngospasm
Pathophysiology of Bronchospasm
Incidence of Bronchospasm
Recognition of Bronchospasm
Patient Risk Factors for Bronchospasm
Anesthesia-Induced Risk Factors for Bronchospasm
Prevention of Bronchospasm
Treatment of Bronchospasm
Conclusion
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Laryngospasm and Bronchospasm: Pathophysiology, Risks, and Anesthetic Management

Course Details

  • Self-paced
  • English
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Take course anywhere or anytime

Pre-approved Credits

    Aana Credits

    1.5 Class A

    Aana Pharm

    1.5 Pharmacology/Therapeutics

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