Children & Asthma
When children have asthma attacks, swift and effective action is critical.
Knowing the right steps to take is essential for anyone who’s responsible for the child’s well-being.
One recommendation that leaves nothing to chance: create a written plan for handling your child’s asthma attack.
Your child’s doctor can help personalize a plan to meet your child’s needs. The plan should also include some basic information, such as:
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Symptoms and signs of an asthma attack.
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Steps to take to manage an attack, including medications to use and how to use them.
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Warning signs of a life-threatening asthma attack requiring immediate medical care, plus step-by-step instructions for handling the attack.
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Emergency phone numbers, contacts and the location of the nearest medical facility.
An effective plan boosts a child’s confidence to participate in more physical activities and gives parents the piece of mind that their child’s health will be properly managed.
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