ASTHMA/SEVERE DIFFICULTY BREATHING Call 9(911)
Symptoms: coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath,
tightness in chest; gasping, rapid breaths;
unable to talk without stopping to breathe
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Ask person if they have an albuterol (rescue) inhaler.
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Assist person to take 2 puffs, inhaling slowly and deeply.
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Note the time.
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Sit person in upright position; encourage slow, deep breathing.
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If the asthma attack also involves an allergic reaction, use BOTH inhaler and EpiPen if available.
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Assign someone to lead EMTs to room.