Asthma Attack Emergency Treatment Plan

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Asthma Attack

Asthma attack is a critical condition in asthma which confuses everyone. This confusion is brought by the severity of the condition. People who are suffering from it are having a hard time distinguishing the condition. Other times, it is difficult to identify which has the life-threatening situation or milder manifestations. Regardless with the severity of asthma attack, it is best to develop skills on how to intervene the situation.

There are physical activities that trigger the attack. Despite of various medical interventions are practiced, still the condition can occur anytime. The exercise-induced asthma clinical manifestations are triggered by common colds, sudden shifting of air quality, and exposure to allergens (fur, cockroaches, etc.)

The triggering factor can worsen the condition. Any changes that may occur to the attack are considered critical and it requires urgent interventions.

WE RECOMMEND THIS EMERGENCY CARE PLAN FOR EVERYBODY. IT WILL HELP THEM TO UNDERSTAND THE BASIC WAYS ON HOW TO TREAT ASTHMA ATTACK.

THESE INCLUDE:

For Mild Attacks

The person should take two puffs of their asthma medication (rapid-acting inhaler – bronchodilator like albuterol). It must be repeated after 20 minutes. This intervention must be repeated periodically (every 2 – 4 hours) until the attack subsided. 

Additionally, people who are using maintenance for asthma such as glucocorticoids (inhalants) must increase the dosage. However, special precautionary measure must be observed. It is highly suggested that before increasing the dosage, it must be consulted to the doctor (pulmonologist). 

For Severe Attacks

People who are suffering from severe asthma attack should take at least 2 – 6 puffs of medication. The quantity of the medication will depend on the tolerance rate of the user. They must be observed for signs of jittery. If the person becomes too jittery while puffing the medication, they should be referred to the hospital immediately. 

For people who are using nebulizer must take 2 treatments which are repeated every 20 minutes. However, if the condition remains worst after using the suggested intervention, call for immediate medical assistance. Remember that severe asthma attack is very critical and it requires urgent treatment. 

Calling for emergency response team is very crucial. Don’t let the person suffering from asthma attack to do the emergency call. They are not allowed to drive the car, as well. In cases where the attack occurred while driving, stop the car and shout for help.

THERE ARE TWO MAIN REASONS WHY CALLING EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM FOR INTERVENING THE ASTHMA ATTACK. 

Once the emergency response team arrives, they can effectively assess the condition and perform appropriate interventions. Treating the person with severe asthma attack requires professional help. 
Emergency response team can treat the condition immediately. 

After treating the asthma attack, people who suffered from this condition are usually prescribes for 3 – 10 days of taking oral medications (glucocorticoids like prednisolone or prednisone). This form of treatment can help minimize the risk of succeeding attack.

Moreover, it is recommended that the family of the person who had an asthma attack should stay calm. Making first aid to person with asthma attack requires focus and presence of mind. Any minimal error on this will put them to fatality.

It is best for them to acknowledge the signs and symptoms of the attack. Furthermore, they also need to identify the measures on how to respond properly when attack occurs. It will help the rescuer to intervene appropriately. People with asthma should always bring necessary emergency items. In cases of attack, first aid measures can be easily accessed– By Edterchelle Soriano

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