Back to: Basic CPR/AED & First Aid (Clone)
Asthma is the third highest cause of hospitalization among those under the age of 15. Many people that have this medical condition are aware of it and carry an inhaler for use in an emergency.
Asthma attacks can be triggered by many things, such as:
- Plants and mold
- Perfume
- Dust, smoke, and air pollution
- Fear, anxiety, and strong emotional display
- Medications
- Pets, animal fur, feathers, carpets, rugs
- Rapid changing temperatures
- Strenuous exercise
Treatment:
- Assess the scene and check for safety
- Ask the person if he/she has prescribed medications. Get the medication for the person if they cannot access it.
- Help the person utilize an inhaler or epi-pen if he/she has one.
- Call 911 if the person does not have medicine or the breathing emergency worsens.
- Loosen any tight clothing (especially around the neck).
- Try and keep the person calm and stay with the person until advanced medical help arrives
- If necessary, provide CPR. If you do not know how, give Hands-Only CPR.
