Exclamation PointPlease call 911 immediately if you are having chest pain, difficulty breathing, severe bleeding, sudden weakness or numbness, or if you think you have a medical emergency.

Acute Asthma Attack Treatment for Adults

Call 911

1.  Follow the Person’s Asthma Plan, if Possible

 

2. Give Asthma First Aid

If the person doesn't have an asthma plan:

 

3. Use Inhaler With a Spacer, if Possible

 

4. Use Inhaler Without a Spacer, if Necessary

 

5. Continue Using Inhaler if Breathing Is Still a Problem

 

6. Monitor the Person Until Help Arrives

 

7. Follow Up

WebMD Medical Reference

Reviewed by Andrew Seibert, MD on January 08, 2012