Asthma and COPD

Bronchodilator inhalers may be kept in emergency aircraft kits; however, advise patients to carry their own bronchodilator inhaler as part of their hand luggage in case of an acute exacerbation.

For patients with severe asthma or COPD (forced expiratory volume in 1 second [FEV₁] less than 30% predicted), refer for assessment by a respiratory specialist.