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Asthma – videos

  • The videos on this page will help you better understand and manage your child's asthma. If your child shows signs of severe asthma (struggling to breathe, deep sucking movements at their throat or chest), call an ambulance immediately.

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    These videos are available in the following community languages:

    فيديوهات الربو – Arabic Chinese Simplified – 哮喘视频 Chinese Traditional – 氣喘影片 Vietnamese – Video về bệnh hen suyễn

    What is asthma?

    Learn more about asthma, the triggers and the signs and symptoms of an asthma episode.


    Treating asthma

    See how the medicines work, and how you use them to treat asthma.


    Asthma action plan and asthma first aid

    Understanding your child's asthma action plan and learn what steps to take during a severe asthma episode. 


    Asthma in preschool children


    How to use a puffer with a spacer and mask

    Using a spacer with a mask for children aged four years and under.


    How to use a puffer with a spacer

    Instructions for a small volume spacer for children aged four years and older.


    How to use an turbuhaler


    How to use a rapihaler and spacer


    How to use a nasal spray


    Caring for your spacer


    For more information

    Developed by The Royal Children's Hospital General Medicine department and Creative Studio. We acknowledge the input of RCH consumers and carers.

    Reviewed June 2023.

    This information is awaiting routine review. Please always seek the most recent advice from a registered and practising clinician.

    Kids Health Info is supported by The Royal Children’s Hospital Foundation. To donate, visit www.rchfoundation.org.au.

  • Asthma – videos


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