Asthma Action Plans
An asthma action plan is a written document that is developed by the healthcare provider in conjunction with the parent or guardian of the child. An asthma action plan can be a life saving tool. Its purpose is to help understand the steps that should be taken to prevent and handle an asthma episode. The asthma action plan should be individualized for each person with asthma.
An asthma action plan should include:
- Appropriate use of medications (control and reliever)
- What actions to take when child is having symptoms of asthma or a low peak flow reading
- Signs of an asthma attack
- When to seek emergency care
- Provide emergency contact information
By planning ahead and using an asthma action plan, you will know what to do during an episode which can help reduce stress.
Click on these following links for asthma action plans in English and Spanish.
Asthma Action Plan - Age 0-5 (en Español)
Instructions for parents (en Español)