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Acute Asthma Attack in Pregnancy Treatment

Call 911

1. Symptoms of an acute asthma attack in pregnancy include: 

 

2.  Follow the Woman’s Asthma Plan, if Possible

 

3. Give Asthma First Aid

If the woman doesn't have an asthma action plan:

 

4. Use Inhaler With a Spacer, if Possible

 

5. Use Inhaler Without a Spacer, if Necessary

 

6. Continue Using Inhaler if Breathing Is Still a Problem

 

7. Monitor the Woman Until Help Arrives

 

8. Follow Up

 

WebMD Medical Reference from eMedicineHealth

Reviewed by Andrew Seibert, MD on January 16, 2012
This information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor.