Asthma Attack

Note

Severe Asthma is a potentially life threatening medical emergency. Call an Ambulance Immediately

Asthma Attack Signs and Symptoms

• Coughing
• Wheezing
• Chest Tightness
• Short of breath

Severe Asthma Attack Signs and Symptoms

• A rapid worsening of symptoms
• Persistent shortness of breath
• The inability to speak in full sentences
• Breathlessness even while lying down
• Chest that feels closed
• Bluish tint to the lips
• Agitation, confusion, or an inability to concentrate
• Hunched shoulders and strained abdominal muscles

Treatment

Unconscious Patient

• DRSABCD

Conscious Patient

• Help the patient into a comfortable position
• Give comfort and reassurance
• Give 4 puffs of a Blue/Grey reliever
• After 4 minutes if there is no improvement give 4 more puffs
• If there is still no improvement call an ambulance immediately
• Keep giving 4 puffs every 4 minutes until the ambulance arrives