Shortness of breath
Assessment of shortness of breath
Important points to observe:
- Audible wheezing while breathing with an open mouth
- Noticeable retraction of the skin around the collarbones or ribs
- Discolored lips, earlobes, and fingers showing a bluish tint
- Signs of fear, restlessness, and wide-open eyes
- Breathing difficulties, both when inhaling and exhaling
- Movable nostrils while breathing
What measures should you take?
Dial the emergency number 112 immediately
- Provide the child with a sense of security and calmly reassure them.
- Loosen tight clothing around the neck, chest, and abdomen.
- Slightly raise the upper body and lift the arms a little.
- Give the child something to lean on, for example, place a pillow behind their back.
- Ensure adequate fresh air supply.
- Investigate possible causes:
→ Asthma-Anfall
→ Allergic reaction
→ Eingeatmeter Fremdkörper
→ Insektenstich im Mundbereich
Wenn durch die genannten Maßnahmen keine Besserung eintreten, konsultieren Sie zügig einen Arzt oder wählen die 112.
Ihr Eigenschutz ist von höchster Bedeutung. Bleiben Sie ruhig und besonnen in jeder Notfallsituation.
