Access Compass guide
Asthma: action plans & school support
How to get an up-to-date action plan, share it with school, and manage triggers.
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Who it's for: Parents & carers
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Step by step
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Get a written action plan
Ask your GP/asthma nurse for a personalised plan and ensure inhalers/spacers are in date.
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Share with school/club
Provide the plan and any spare inhalers. Agree who holds them and when they're checked.
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Know your triggers
Pollen, cold air, viruses, exercise: adjust pre-treatment as directed in the plan.
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Need advice now?
Call Asthma + Lung UK's helpline weekdays, or use NHS 111 if symptoms worsen.