Asthma Attack: Know the Signs & Save a Life | Emergency First Aid Tips

What to do during an acute asthma attack? An asthma attack is a sudden and severe worsening of asthma symptoms, such as difficulty breathing, wheezing, coughing, and chest tightness. It occurs when the airways in the lungs become inflamed and narrowed, making it hard to breathe. During an acute asthma episode, provide interventions to assist with breathing. Position the client in a high-Fowler’s position or sitting to aid in breathing. Administer oxygen to prevent oxygen deficiency and its poten