Rhode Island Department of HealthState of Rhode Island
Department of Health
Rhode Island Department of HealthState of Rhode Island
Department of Health
Asthma is complicated. A person with asthma may breathe perfectly well when asthma triggers are avoided. That person may still need medication to keep asthma at bay. When an asthma attack begins, different medication is needed to keep the attack under control, and if the medication is not effective, emergency medical procedures are needed.
Asthma is personal. The triggers that set off asthma vary from person to person, and the medications and doses that are used to treat the disease are also different.
An Asthma Action Plan helps patients and caregivers better manage the complications of asthma. It explains how and when to take what medications and when to call for help.