Get Wa Easton School District Medical Authorization For Asthma Management At School 2014-2025

Table 3. Symptoms /Day STEP 1 Intermittent < 1 time a week Asymptomatic and normal PEF between attacks STEP 2 Mild Persistent > 1 time a week but < 1 time a day Attacks may affect activity STEP 3 Moderate Persistent Daily Attacks affect activity STEP 4 Severe Persistent Continuous Limited physical activity Dec 31, 2008

The child, the coach and gym teachers should know where the quick-relief inhaler is at all times. If the school has stock , they should speak with the school nurse about access to the medication. They should know how to administer the medication in an emergency.

The National Asthma Education and Prevention Program has classified asthma as: Intermittent. Mild persistent. Moderate persistent.

Asthma is a chronic disease of the air passages characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways. Symptoms of asthma include shortness of breath, cough, and wheezing. It commonly presents in childhood and is usually associated with conditions such as eczema and hay fever.

Classification includes (1) intermittent asthma, (2) mild persistent asthma, (3) moderate persistent asthma, (4) and severe persistent asthma. Intermittent asthma is characterized as follows: Symptoms of cough, wheezing, chest tightness, or difficulty breathing less than twice a week.

The plan usually lists information about your child's asthma or allergies, how they should be managed, and what to do in an emergency. It may also include school staff responsibilities, training, and services needed to help keep your child safe. A school health care plan often includes several forms and documents.

People with asthma may need to use their inhaler every day. Their treatment will depend on the frequency of symptoms and the types of inhalers available. Using an inhaler can be difficult, especially for children and during emergency situations. Using a spacer device makes it easier to use an aerosol inhaler.

Classification of asthma severity is divided into three charts to reflect classification in different age groups (0-4 y, 5-11 y, and 12 y and older). Classification includes: intermittent asthma, mild persistent asthma, moderate persistent asthma, and severe persistent asthma.