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Evaluation of an education program for elementary school children with asthma
S L MeGhan1, E Wong, G S Jhangri
1Alberta Asthma Centre, Faculty of Nursing, Department of Medicine, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. smcghan@ualberta.ca
Summary
The Roaring Adventures of Puff (RAP) program significantly improved asthma management in school children. This comprehensive, school-based asthma education program proved feasible and effective in enhancing health outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Pulmonology
- Health Education
- School Health Programs
Background:
- Asthma is a prevalent chronic respiratory condition in children, impacting their quality of life and school attendance.
- Effective asthma management strategies are crucial for improving health outcomes and reducing healthcare utilization in pediatric populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a comprehensive asthma management education program, Roaring Adventures of Puff (RAP), for children aged 7-12.
- To assess the program's impact on clinical outcomes, healthcare utilization, and medication adherence.
Main Methods:
- A randomized controlled trial was conducted across 18 elementary schools in Edmonton.
- 76 children with asthma participated in the intervention group (RAP program), while 86 were in the control group.
Main Results:
- Children in the RAP program showed statistically significant improvements in unscheduled doctor visits, missed school days, and parent-rated asthma severity.
- Improvements were also observed in shortness of breath, play limitations, and correct medication use among intervention participants.
- The control group experienced lesser improvements in unscheduled doctor visits and missed school days.
Conclusions:
- A comprehensive, school-based asthma education program like RAP is feasible to implement.
- The RAP program effectively improves asthma-related outcomes in school-aged children, demonstrating its value in pediatric asthma management.
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