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Assessing the individual with asthma

L J Taylor1

  • 1School of Nursing, Florida State University, Tallahassee, USA.

Home Care Provider
|October 23, 1998
PubMed
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Millions of Americans have asthma, a condition with increasing fatalities. Identifying high-risk individuals and ensuring proper asthma management are crucial for preventing deaths, particularly in home environments.

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Area of Science:

  • Pulmonology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Asthma affects 7 to 20 million Americans.
  • Asthma-related deaths saw a 46% increase between 1980 and 1989.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify individuals with asthma at risk for adverse outcomes.
  • To highlight the importance of assessment and treatment in preventing asthma fatalities.

Main Methods:

  • The study identifies risk factors associated with adverse asthma outcomes.
  • Key risk factors include socioeconomic status, healthcare access, psychosocial issues, and treatment adherence.

Main Results:

  • Individuals with low income, poor healthcare access, psychosocial problems, and poor treatment adherence are at higher risk.
  • Hospitalization within the past year, a history of near-fatal asthma attacks, or intubation are significant risk factors.

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Conclusions:

  • Prompt assessment and appropriate medical interventions can prevent asthma-related deaths.
  • Effective asthma management, especially in the home setting, is critical for reducing mortality.