Sit upright and stay calm
Breathe slowly through your nose
Use pursed-lip breathing
Move away from smoke, dust, strong odors, or cold air
Use your prescribed rescue inhaler as directed
Use a spacer if you have one
Take your prescribed nebulizer treatment if available
Loosen tight clothing
Drink small sips of water if swallowing is easy
Avoid lying flat
Seek emergency help immediately if you have severe trouble breathing, blue lips, chest pain, confusion, or the wheezing is rapidly worsening