Asthma Micro presentation

1. Asthma
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2. Signs and Symptoms
Breathlessness and difficulty speaking
more than a few words without a gasp of
air
Wheezing
persistent cough, often moist and ‘rattling’
poor skin colour, especially blueness of lips
and fingertips
obvious difficulty breathing
Distress

4. Triggers
Animal proteins, such as house dust
mites, animal hair and cat saliva.
Household cleaners and sprays can have
an irritant effect, which can trigger
asthma. Strong perfume can do the same.
Mould spores, which are released from
trees at the end of the year, or in damp
housing.
Pollens, including trees and grass.
Traffic fumes.
Weather and changes in temperature.
Exercise

5. Treatment
First, reassure them and ask them to breathe slowly
and deeply which will help them control their
breathing.
Then help them use their reliever inhaler straight
away. This should relieve the attack.
Next, sit them down in a comfortable position.
If the attack is severe and they are getting worse or
becoming exhausted, or if this is their first attack,
then call 999 for an ambulance.
Help them to keep using their inhaler if they need
to. Keep checking their breathing, pulse and level
of response.
If they lose consciousness at any point, open their
airway, check their breathing and prepare to treat
someone who’s become unconscious.

6. Any
Questions