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Asthma is a chronic lung condition with ongoing inflammation that results in recurring acute episodes (attacks) of breathing problems such as coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. These symptoms occur because the inflammation makes the airways overreact to a variety of stimuli including physical activity, upper respiratory infections, allergens, and irritants. If your child has asthma, it is very important for the school nurse to have on file an ASTHMA ACTION PLAN for your child indicating his/her "triggers", peak flow values, medication administration directions and emergency contact numbers. Medication policy/procedures must be followed if your child needs a rescue inhaler or asthma medication at school.
For more information about asthma contact the nurse based at your child's school or:
AH! Asthma Health Program at Maine Medical - 1-207-871-3325
The MaineHealth Ah! Asthma Health program - 1-800-457-1832
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