Diagnosing Asthma in Children Under Age 5

Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, A Live Webinar

Pediatricians play an important role in diagnosing young patients with asthma, but it can be difficult to make the diagnosis in children younger than 5 years old. In this webinar, participants will learn an approach to asthma diagnosis in this age group. Since lung testing is difficult, the diagnosis is often based on identifying signs and symptoms of reversible airflow obstruction and the documentation of response to asthma medication. The webinar will also discuss the indications for specialized care when the diagnosis of asthma is not straightforward or response to therapy is not successful. In addition, pediatricians will learn about practical day-to-day management issues of patients with asthma and the types of treatments these patients may be receiving.

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AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (1.00 hours), AAPA Category 1 CME credits (1.00 hours), ANCC Contact Hours (1.00 hours), Non-Physician Participation Credit (1.00 hours)

1. Discuss why it is often difficult to diagnose young children with asthma since it is a heterogeneous disorder with different causes and triggers.
2. Identify the predictors of asthma and how to separate from wheezing with viral illnesses.
3. Define the signs, symptoms and response to therapy that may indicate asthma in young children.
4. Describe when to order further testing for patients with suspected asthma.
5. Review the indications for specialized asthma care and further examination for asthma.
6. Summarize the daily management of patients with asthma.
7. Explain the treatments for asthma in children including the various medications, environmental control and the role of lifestyle.

In support of improving patient care, Stanford Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. 
 
Credit Designation 
American Medical Association (AMA) 
Stanford Medicine designates this Live Activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^TM.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) 
Stanford Medicine designates this Live Activity activity for a maximum of 1.00 ANCC contact hours.  

American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) - Live 
Stanford Medicine has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This live activity is designated for 1.00 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.  

Cancellation Policy
Stanford University School of Medicine reserves the right to cancel or postpone this program if necessary; in the event of cancellation, course fees will be fully refunded. We are not responsible for other costs, such as non-refundable airline tickets or hotel penalties.

Accessibility Statement
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There are no relevant financial relationships with ACCME-defined ineligible companies for anyone who was in control of the content of this activity.