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Chapter 17 : First Aid - Breathing EmergenciesA breathing emergency is any serious problem that affects a person’s ability to breathe. It may range from shortness of breath to a complete inability to breathe, and it always requires immediate attention. Breathing emergencies can be caused by:
Other triggers may include:
Signs and Symptoms Watch for:
Asthma Asthma is a common cause of breathing emergencies, especially in children. Many people with asthma know their triggers and carry a rescue inhaler. Common triggers include smoke, dust, pets, perfume, mold, exercise, stress, or sudden temperature changes. First Aid Steps
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A breathing emergency is any serious problem that affects a person’s ability to breathe. It may range from shortness of breath to a complete inability to breathe, and it always requires immediate attention.
Breathing emergencies can be caused by:
Other triggers may include:
Signs and Symptoms
Watch for:
Asthma
Asthma is a common cause of breathing emergencies, especially in children. Many people with asthma know their triggers and carry a rescue inhaler.
Common triggers include smoke, dust, pets, perfume, mold, exercise, stress, or sudden temperature changes.
First Aid Steps
