asthma
DESCRIPTION
ASTHMA. The participant will be able to Distinguish between normal breathing patterns and signs of asthma Identify and address asthma triggers Effectively use an Asthma Action Plan and Individual Care Plan Demonstrate awareness of asthma treatment methods. OBJECTIVES. NORMAL BREATHING. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
ASTHMA
OBJECTIVES• The participant will be able to
– Distinguish between normal breathing patterns and signs of asthma
– Identify and address asthma triggers– Effectively use an Asthma Action Plan and
Individual Care Plan– Demonstrate awareness of asthma
treatment methods
RATE: 18 – 24 breaths per minute
EASY/QUIET
NORMAL POSTURE
NORMAL BREATHING
ANATOMY
A chronic lung condition characterized by difficulty in breathing.
Airways become blocked or narrowed
Bronchoconstriction
Airway Inflammation
Photo from Managing Asthma in Ohio Child Care Facilities
WHAT IS ASTHMA?
EARLY SIGNS OF ASTHMACough
Difficulty Talking
Gasping for Air
Wheezing
Restlessness
Rapid breathing
May come on suddenly or after treatment
Seek help immediately if:
Struggling to breathe
lips or fingernails turn blue or gray
retractions
WARNING SIGNS
• THIS SLIDE WILL BE A PICTURE OF SOMEONE EXPERIENCING SYMPTOMS
Activities, conditions or substances that cause the airways to react and signs of
asthma to occur
TRIGGERS
Dust Mites
Mold
Pets
Allergens
Pollen
Pests
TRIGGERS
Sprays and
Strong Odors
Irritants
Tobacco smoke
Air pollution
Fumes from household products
TRIGGERS
Others
Illness and infection
Emotions
Changes in temperature
Exercise
TRIGGERS
Avoid/Eliminate Triggers
Even if currently symptom-free, lungs are sensitive.
The more often child is exposed to triggers, the more often symptoms will occur.X
X
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ASTHMA MANAGEMENT
ASTHMA MANAGEMENT
Medications
Long-term control (Preventers)
Quick Relief (Rescue)
ASTHMA MANAGEMENT
Asthma Action (Care) PlanOriginates in the medical home
Clearly describes steps to take if child is experiencing symptoms
Provides guidance to help manage the child’s asthma
ASTHMA MANAGEMENT
From Managing Asthma in Ohio Child Care Facilities
The Lung Association, www.lung.ca
American Lung Association, www.lungusa.org
Ohio Department of Health in Collaboration with the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, Healthy Child Care Ohio, the Ohio Asthma Coalition and the American Lung Association of Ohio, Managing Asthma in Ohio Child Care Facilities
The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, www.aaaai.org
Kids Health for Parents, www.kidshealth.org
REFERENCES