How Do You Keep Kids With Asthma Active?
Learning to manage a child’s asthma can be a challenge, depending on its severity. To keep an asthmatic child active, you must maintain vigilance and know what to do in case of an emergency. Ask your doctor how severe your child’s asthma is. If it is severe, you need to talk with your doctor before letting your kid be active with asthma. If it is mild to moderate, read on. Know your child’s asthma triggers. If springtime allergies trigger asthma attacks, keep spring activities inside. For many kids, cold weather can be an asthma trigger, so avoid strenuous activities during the winter or colder fall months. Administer an asthma preventative, such as an steroid inhalant, before allowing your asthmatic child to engage in a vigorous activity. If you don’t have one on hand, ask your doctor about for a prescription. Keep your child’s asthma medication ready in the case of an attack. Call for frequent breaks once your asthmatic child become active. A general rule of thumb is a 5-minute break
