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Audit of inhaled asthma therapy
Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|May 5, 1993
Summary
Many asthma patients struggle with inhaler use. An audit revealed over half of adults in an asthma clinic misused their devices, highlighting the need for respiratory nurse intervention.
Area of Science:
- Respiratory Medicine
- Pulmonary Diseases
- Asthma Management
Background:
- Patient challenges with inhaled asthma therapies are significant.
- The British Thoracic Society explored expanding respiratory nurse roles to address these issues.
- An audit was conducted to prepare for this role expansion.
Purpose of the Study:
- To audit inhaler device technique in adult asthma patients.
- To identify specific deficiencies in inhaler use.
- To inform the role of respiratory nurse specialists in asthma care.
Main Methods:
- An audit of 100 adult patients attending an asthma clinic.
- Assessment of inhaler device technique.
- Identification of patient groups and skills needing intervention.
Main Results:
- More than 50% of patients demonstrated improper inhaler device technique.
- Specific groups and skills requiring intervention were identified.
- The findings support the need for enhanced respiratory nurse support.
Conclusions:
- Improper inhaler technique is prevalent among adult asthma patients.
- Respiratory nurse specialists are crucial for improving inhaler use.
- Targeted interventions can enhance patient outcomes in asthma management.