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GREEN ZONE
Go!
Breathing is good No cough or wheeze Can work and play Peak Flow above
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Take controller medicines every day:
- Take rescue medicine 10-15 minute before exercising or contact with triggers. - Rinse mouth after use of controller medication. - Always use a spacer or holding chamber with MDI. |
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YELLOW ZONE
Slow!
Cough Wheeze Tight chest Wake up at night Peak Flow between
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FIRST: Take your rescue medicines to feel better.
NEXT: Take your controller medicines.
- *Follow Yellow Zone for 2 - 5 days, then go to Green Zone. - *If not better in 2 to 5 days, call your doctor. |
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RED ZONE
Stop!
Medicine not helping Very short of breath Nasal flaring Retractions Can't walk Can't talk well Peak Flow below
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Take your rescue medicine. Get help from a Doctor
Every 20 minutes for 3 treatments (1 hour)
DANGER! Follow these steps: - *If you are using Red Zone Medicines, call your Doctor. - *If skin color changes or your lips turn blue, call 911. - *If you are still in the Red Zone after 2 to 3 treatments, call 911. |