Dealing with a severe asthma attack can be a frightening experience
. If you are the one who is experiencing asthma attacks or someone you know does, the best way to go is to seek immediate medical help. While waiting for their arrival and you are left alone to fend for the sufferer, here are some of the things that you need to remember and do. Take note that this should is not to be treated as actual medical advice.
You have to immediately determine whether the sufferer has a reliever medication with him/her. If he/she does and is still conscious, find the reliever and then have the person administer it him/her self so that he/she would know the amount of puffs to take in. Make sure that the victim is sitting down in a position that would not aggravate breathing during an asthma attack. Don't let them lie down. Also loosen the victim's clothes.
Children with asthma should also be made aware of the two types of inhalers. Children who have asthma does not necessarily need two inhalers, but there are some who do need two inhalers. One type of inhaler is used to prevent asthmatic attacks. This is taken in scheduled intervals. The other type of inhaler is a sort of reliever in cases that the asthmatic attack is happening. It is important to know the difference between the two inhalers to maximize its use.
Asthma attack shows different stages. For pre-attack preparations it consists of medical consultations. The doctor will be able find out the degree of asthma condition and provide information and medication on how you can deal with it.
Use air purifiers at home to keep off dust, mold, smoke and other strong odor. This helps maintain the air's freshness. Children with asthma should be taught how to manage this condition and lead a normal life.