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Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways characterized by variable airflow obstruction and heightened bronchial responsiveness to a wide range of triggers. The underlying inflammation leads to airway swelling, mucus hypersecretion, and smooth muscle constriction, all of which narrow the airway lumen and impede airflow. Clinically, asthma presents with recurrent episodes of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing, symptoms that typically vary in intensity and...
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Asthma knowledge amongst paediatric trainees and parents.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Pulmonology
  • Medical Education

Background:

  • Asthma control necessitates comprehensive disease understanding.
  • Assessing current knowledge levels is crucial for targeted educational interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the baseline knowledge of asthma among specialist registrars and parents of asthmatic children.
  • To identify knowledge gaps that can be addressed by formal educational programs.

Main Methods:

  • A questionnaire with 85 statements was administered to 35 specialist registrars and 160 parents.
  • Knowledge levels were assessed prior to participation in a structured asthma education program.

Main Results:

  • Only 3 out of 35 specialist registrars demonstrated adequate asthma knowledge; 32 had potentially adequate knowledge.
  • 98 out of 160 parents had inadequate knowledge, while 62 had potentially adequate knowledge.
  • Formal educational programs significantly improved parental knowledge.

Conclusions:

  • Formal educational programs are effective in enhancing parental asthma knowledge.
  • Addressing knowledge deficiencies in healthcare providers requires structured educational interventions, not just experiential learning.