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Effect of educational plan on adherence rate among children with persistent asthma

Bilan Nemat1

  • 1Tuberculosis and Lung Diseases Research Centre, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Islamic Republic of Iran.

Pakistan Journal of Biological Sciences : PJBS
|September 27, 2008
PubMed

Insights

Education and regular follow-up significantly improve adherence rates in children with persistent asthma. This comprehensive approach enhances treatment effectiveness for pediatric asthma management.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Pulmonology
  • Health Education
  • Patient Adherence Research

Background:

  • Asthma is a common chronic respiratory disease in children.
  • Adherence to treatment regimens is crucial for managing persistent asthma effectively.
  • Conventional treatment methods may have limitations in ensuring consistent patient adherence.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact of an educational program combined with regular follow-up on the adherence rate of children diagnosed with mild to moderate persistent asthma.
  • To compare the adherence rates between children receiving conventional asthma care and those under a comprehensive education and follow-up plan.

Main Methods:

  • A semi-experimental, before-and-after study design was employed.
  • Two groups of children with mild to moderate persistent asthma were compared: one receiving conventional treatment (n=200) and another receiving a comprehensive education and regular follow-up plan (n=300).
  • Data were analyzed using the Chi-square test, with a significance level set at p < 0.05.

Main Results:

  • The adherence rate exceeding 50% was observed in 50% (100/200) of children in the conventional treatment group.
  • In the comprehensive care group, 84.3% (295/300) of children demonstrated an adherence rate greater than 50%.
  • A statistically significant difference in adherence rates (p = 0.00) was found between the two groups, indicating superior adherence with the comprehensive plan.

Conclusions:

  • Implementing comprehensive education and scheduled follow-up visits significantly enhances treatment adherence in pediatric patients with mild to moderate persistent asthma.
  • This integrated approach offers a more effective strategy for improving adherence compared to conventional treatment methods alone.
  • The findings underscore the importance of patient education and consistent monitoring in pediatric asthma management programs.

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