remove the victim from any factors that may have triggered the attack (smoky or polluted air, dust);
help the victim to rest and position them in the position in which they find it easiest to breathe; this is often a sitting 14 or semi-sitting position;
unfasten anything that might restrict her breathing;
reassure the victim and ask them to stay calm;
help the victim take the medication prescribed for the attack, if they have any with them. It is usually administered using a metered-dose inhaler;
administer oxygen by inhalation if necessary;
seek medical advice by forwarding the test results;
Monitor the victim, paying particular attention to their breathing.
If the victim loses consciousness
Follow the procedure for cardiac arrest if the victim loses consciousness and is not breathing.
