Asthma Spanish

Asthma in older adults affects quality of life and results in a higher hospitalization rate and mortality. Yet when managed effectively, hospitalizations and ED use can be prevented.

This 29 page, user-friendly Step by Step book is a comprehensive guide to the causes and treatment of asthma. It incorporates the NHLBI criteria for self-care skills to help individuals manage symptoms, avoid trigger and prevent asthma flare-ups. It also covers topics such as saving energy and breathing tips, use of the nebulizer and it includes a personal asthma action plan.
It also includes important symptom logs:

• Peak Flow
• Medications