Summary
A short Operation Ouch first-aid clip. The doctors explain asthma and the calm steps to help someone who is having an asthma attack. Free on the official Operation Ouch YouTube channel.
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Ages 7+
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Discussion questions
Discussion
Knowing what asthma is -- and how to stay calm and help -- can make a real difference.
- What is asthma?
- What might help someone during an asthma attack?
- When should you get an adult or call for help?
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: asthma, breathing, inhaler, calm, help.
Try it: List the calm steps to help a friend who is wheezing and short of breath.