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Educational camp for children with asthma
Maria do Rosario da Silva Ramos Costa1, Maria Alenita Oliveira, Ilka Lopes Santoro
1Clinical Department, Universidade Federal do Maranhão - UFMA, Federal University of Maranhão - São Luís, Brazil.
Summary
A 5-day asthma educational camp improved children's knowledge of asthma and their skills in using inhalers. The program also enhanced physical activity participation and reduced exercise-induced asthma symptoms.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Pulmonology
- Asthma Education
- Child Health Programs
Background:
- Asthma management in children requires comprehensive education.
- Children with asthma often face challenges with medication adherence and physical activity.
- Educational interventions can empower children to better manage their condition.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the effectiveness of a 5-day asthma educational camp.
- To evaluate improvements in asthma knowledge, inhaled medication use, and physical activity performance.
- To determine the impact on children's asthma management skills.
Main Methods:
- A 5-day camp included interactive educational sessions and physical activities.
- Children practiced metered-dose inhaler techniques and performed breathing exercises.
- Knowledge, medication use, and exercise symptoms were assessed pre- and post-camp.
Main Results:
- 25% of children showed improved asthma knowledge (p < 0.05).
- Significant decrease in exercise-related dyspnea scores (p < 0.05).
- Significant improvement in correct inhaled medication use (p < 0.05).
Conclusions:
- Asthma educational camps enhance children's knowledge and management skills.
- These programs promote physical activity and improve medication technique.
- Camp interventions are beneficial for pediatric asthma self-management.
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