Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions about asthma management:

1. What steps should I take before, during and after an asthma attack?
   
   
2. When should I go to the hospital for an asthma attack?
   
   
3. How can I tell if my asthma management plan is working?
   
   
4. Under what circumstances may you make changes to my asthma management plan?
   
   
5. Will my child’s asthma management plan change as they get older?
   
   
6. What types of allergens and irritants should I avoid as part of my asthma management plan? How can I avoid them?
   
   
7. How often should I use my asthma medications? How much should I take?
   
   
8. My asthma management plan requires me to lose weight. Can you recommend a diet and exercise plan?
   
   
9. My asthma management plan requires me to reduce stress. Can you recommend stress management techniques?
   
   
10. What changes will I have to make to my asthma management plan when I travel?