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Mural project celebrates spirit of closing school
Renowned artist Milton Bowens to help Washington Elementary students preserve memories of Midtown campus

April 18, 2013 (Sacramento) 鈥 The spirit of a Midtown elementary school slated for closure next fall will be expressed and preserved on Sunday (April 21) when students and staff come together to create a gigantic, multi-part mural under the direction of celebrated artist Milton Bowens.

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Steps for using an inhaler
Asthma Online Training Slide 7

Quick-relief medications, like albuterol, are usually delivered by a device called an inhaler, that releases the medication through the mouth and directly into the lungs. These inhalers can be used by themselves or with an additional device attached to it called a spacer. A spacer enhances inhalation of medication in those not coordinated enough to breathe in or press down on an inhaler within the proper time of medication release.

Steps for using an inhaler with or without spacer:

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What to Do In An Emergency
Asthma Online Training Slide 9

  • Notice the signs & symptoms
  • Try to keep calm
  • Medicate as prescribed
  • If trouble walking or talking due to shortness of breath or fingernails or lips become blue CALL FOR AN AMBULANCE THEN CALL THE PARENT(S)
  • Do NOT leave child alone

By knowing the signs and symptoms of an asthma attack a person is better able to react as soon as possible to try and relieve the symptoms or know when it is time get help.

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Severe Signs & Symptoms
Asthma Online Training Slide 8

Again, quick-relief medications are used in the event of an asthma attack emergency.

How might one know when a child is experiencing an 鈥渁sthma attack?鈥 Well, when signs and symptoms worsen to the point that one starts to really struggle with getting air into the lungs then that person can be considered to be having an 鈥渁sthma attack.鈥 An asthma attack can be a life-threatening emergency.

Signs to look for: