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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Respiratory Health
  • School Nursing Practice

Background:

  • Correct inhaler use is essential for effective asthma management in children and adolescents.
  • A significant number of young individuals exhibit improper inhaler technique and knowledge deficits.
  • School nurses play a pivotal role in addressing these issues within the school setting.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify common errors in student inhaler technique.
  • To highlight knowledge gaps related to asthma inhaler use among students.
  • To provide school nurses with tools and strategies for improving student inhaler technique and knowledge.

Main Methods:

  • Discussion of prevalent student errors in inhaler technique.
  • Identification of common knowledge deficits concerning asthma inhaler utilization.
  • Presentation of an assessment tool for evaluating student inhaler use.
  • Inclusion of practical suggestions for enhancing student inhaler technique.

Main Results:

  • Common errors in inhaler technique among students were identified.
  • Knowledge deficits regarding proper inhaler use were documented.
  • An assessment tool and practical interventions were developed to address these issues.

Conclusions:

  • Early assessment of inhaler technique and knowledge by school nurses is crucial for proactive asthma management.
  • School nurses are well-positioned to improve student adherence and effectiveness in using asthma inhalers.
  • Targeted interventions can lead to better asthma control among school-aged children and youth.