Asthma: Your Action Plan
Following your asthma action plan can help you have fewer problems. Here's a sample plan you can use.
Sample action plan
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My asthma zones, part 1
GREEN ZONE This is where I want to be! | YELLOW ZONE My asthma is getting worse. | RED ZONE Danger! |
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Symptoms
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Symptoms
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Symptoms
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My asthma zones, part 2
GREEN ZONE This is where I want to be! | YELLOW ZONE My asthma is getting worse. | RED ZONE Danger! |
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Peak flow (if you use a peak flow meter)
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Peak flow (if you use a peak flow meter)
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Peak flow (if you use a peak flow meter)
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Actions
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Actions
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Actions
EMERGENCY: If it's hard to walk or talk because of shortness of breath, I need to CALL 911 or go to the hospital for help right away. |
Current as of: November 14, 2022
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Medical Review: You are leaving this website for information purposes onlyKathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine & Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine & Lora J. Stewart MD - Allergy and Immunology