It is extremely important for the child to take these medications correctly. Having the child use a peak flow meter on a regular basis and having a prescribed plan of medication use can help prevent asthma attacks from occurring. There are many resources available within our community and state if you need more information regarding asthma management. There are also local asthma clinics as well as a local asthma camp for kids. Asthma is not a disease that can be ignored.
Kids do die from asthma attacks.
However, with proper management, any child can do whatever he wants without fear of that happening to him. Lynda Narwold teaches pediatrics in both the BSN and ASN nursing program at Indiana University Kokomo. In Indiana, poison ivy, oak, and sumac actually grow into vines, bushes and trees because the growing climate and season allow the plants to thrive. Oils within the entire plants, meaning leaves, blooms, stems and roots, are the culprits. Not only can the oils be spread by direct contact with the plants, but also can become airborne from burning the plants and from grinding or shredding plants and bushes.