A School Nurse-Led Asthma Intervention for School-Age Children: A Randomized Control Trial to Improve Self-Management.

The Journal of School Nursing : the Official Publication of the National Association of School Nurses
Elif IsikRebecca J Schultz

Abstract

Asthma is a common disease in children, and obtaining basic knowledge and skills to manage asthma symptoms is critically important. This study examined the effectiveness of a theoretically based school nurse-led asthma intervention on asthma symptoms, self-management, peak flow meter usage, daily activities, and school absences in children 7-12 years old. A randomized controlled, two-group, repeated measures design was conducted in eight public schools. Data collection occurred at three time points. The treatment group had statistically significant differences in reported symptoms (p < .001), asthma control with a peak flow meter usage (p < .001), and daily activities (p < .001) at 6 weeks and at 12 weeks. Although difference in school absences was not statistically significant, the treatment group missed fewer school days than the control group. Self-management is a complex process, and school nurses can provide essential learning steps and continuity of care for school-age children living with asthma.

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Apr 3, 2021·NPJ Primary Care Respiratory Medicine·Siti Nurkamilla RamdzanHilary Pinnock

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