asthma Flashcards
1
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asthma
definition
A
inflammation of the airways
2
Q
asthma
causes
A
family history exposure to tabacco premature birth dust pets
3
Q
asthma
major symptoms
A
feeling breathless a tight chest wheezing/whistling coughing attacks/exercise
4
Q
asthma
medical intervention
A
inhalers spacers oral steroids medicines therapies relievers preventer
5
Q
asthma
lifestyle changes
A
avoid tobacco/ exposure to smoke
exercise/improve lung function
humid exercise
avoid allergic triggers
6
Q
asthma
PIESF
A
p- less physical activity, less walking i- more educated on illness e- sad/depressed/lonely s- change hobbies f-adults prescription
