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Shortness of breath

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Assessment of shortness of breath

Important points to observe:

  1. Audible wheezing while breathing with an open mouth
  2. Noticeable retraction of the skin around the collarbones or ribs
  3. Discolored lips, earlobes, and fingers showing a bluish tint
  4. Signs of fear, restlessness, and wide-open eyes
  5. Breathing difficulties, both when inhaling and exhaling
  6. Movable nostrils while breathing
What measures should you take?

Dial the emergency number 112 immediately

  1. Provide the child with a sense of security and calmly reassure them.
  2. Loosen tight clothing around the neck, chest, and abdomen.
  3. Slightly raise the upper body and lift the arms a little.
  4. Give the child something to lean on, for example, place a pillow behind their back.
  5. Ensure adequate fresh air supply.
  6. Investigate possible causes:
→ Asthma-Anfall
→ Allergic reaction
→ Eingeatmeter Fremdkörper
→ Insektenstich im Mundbereich
If the mentioned measures do not lead to improvement, promptly consult a doctor or call 112. Your personal safety is of utmost importance. Stay calm and composed in every emergency situation. Source: DGUV – Handbuch zur Ersten Hilfe in Bildungs- und Betreuungseinrichtungen für Kinder.
Link: https://publikationen.dguv.de/widgets/pdf/download/article/2769
Last update: 9. October 2025
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