Asthma is a condition that affects the airways-the small tubes that carry air in and out of the lungs.

 

No one knows exactly what causes asthma. What we do know is:

• Anyone can develop asthma. It is very common in Ireland, where over 470,000 adults and children have asthma.
• It can start at any time of life, although it most often begins in childhood.
• Sometimes it affects several family members e.g. if you have parents or brothers and sisters with asthma or allergy (e.g. Eczema or hay fever) you are more likely to have it yourself.
• Conditions like hay-fever, eczema, or hives, which are usually the result of allergy, may occur along with Asthma.
• Many aspects of modern lifestyles such as changes in housing, diet and a more sterile home environment may have contributed to the rise in asthma over the last few decades.

 

This microlearning  elearning course will cover: 

• Know the signs and symptoms of an asthma attack.
• Be able to describe the risk factors that can lead to an asthma attack.
• Be able to list the medicines used.
• Know that an asthma attack could be an medical emergency.
• Know when to call the emergency services.

 

Who should do this course?

Anyone who wants to gain a better understanding of asthma and the risk factors.

 

What will you learn on this course?

• Know the signs and symptoms of an asthma attack.
• Be able to describe the risk factors that can lead to an asthma attack.
• Be able to list the medicines used.
• Know that an asthma attack could be an medical emergency.
• Know when to call the emergency services.
• How to help if someone is having  an asthma attack.

How does it work?

You complete each module as part of the course. All participants must take part in an assessment consisting of 20 multiple choice questions. A grade of 80% is required in order to pass the assessment. If you don’t pass, then there is no need to worry as you can re-take the course as many times as you need.

 

For each course purchased we donate €5 to the Asthma Society of Ireland.