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Development, implementation and evaluation of a new adult asthma self-management program
Stuart Tousman1, Howard Zeitz, Linda D Taylor
1Department of Health Psychology, Jefferson College of Health Sciences, Roanoke, VA 24031, USA. stousman@jchs.edu
Journal of Community Health Nursing
|December 21, 2007
Summary
A new adult asthma self-management program improved patient knowledge and behaviors. This multidisciplinary program enhanced asthma quality of life through education and support.
Area of Science:
- Adult Health
- Respiratory Medicine
- Health Education
Background:
- Asthma requires effective self-management strategies for improved patient outcomes.
- Multidisciplinary approaches can enhance the effectiveness of self-management programs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop, implement, and evaluate a novel adult asthma self-management program.
- To assess the program's impact on asthma knowledge, behaviors, and quality of life.
Main Methods:
- A 7-week program with small adult groups meeting weekly.
- Utilized learner-centered techniques, interactive communication, and social support.
- Focused on asthma-specific behaviors (peak flow monitoring, trigger avoidance, medication adherence) and general lifestyle behaviors (hydration, relaxation, hygiene, exercise).
Main Results:
- Statistically significant improvements in asthma knowledge were observed.
- Significant enhancements in asthma-specific quality of life (QOL) were noted.
- Improvements in asthma-specific behaviors (peak flow monitoring) and general lifestyle behaviors (exercise frequency) were documented.
Conclusions:
- The developed adult asthma self-management program is effective in enhancing knowledge acquisition.
- The program successfully promoted positive behavioral changes in adult asthma patients.
- This multidisciplinary program offers a viable approach to improving asthma self-management and patient well-being.
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