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Evaluation of a family asthma program
The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology
|October 1, 1984
Summary
A family asthma program significantly improved asthma knowledge and self-management attitudes in children and parents. The program also led to increased activities and fewer healthcare visits and school absences.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Pulmonology
- Health Education
- Behavioral Medicine
Background:
- Asthma management requires comprehensive patient and family education.
- Existing programs may not fully address self-management skills and health locus of control.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a 12-hour family asthma program (FAP).
- To assess improvements in asthma knowledge, health attitudes, and clinical outcomes.
- To determine the program's impact on self-management behaviors.
Main Methods:
- A 12-hour family asthma program (FAP) was implemented.
- Knowledge and health locus of control questionnaires were administered pre- and post-program.
- Longitudinal data on clinical outcomes were collected for one year.
Main Results:
- Significant improvements in asthma knowledge for parents and children.
- Positive shifts in health locus of control, indicating increased self-management responsibility.
- Reduced unscheduled healthcare visits and school absences in children post-program.
Conclusions:
- The family asthma program (FAP) effectively enhances asthma knowledge and self-management.
- The FAP complements medical care and prepares families for better asthma control.
- Educational interventions are crucial for improving pediatric asthma outcomes.