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Article: Formulating an Effective and Efficient Written Asthma Action Plan
- Article from:
- Mayo Clinic Proceedings
- Article date:
- November 1, 2008
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On completion of this article, you should be able to: (1) create an effective and efficient written asthma action plan, (2) describe the options for monitoring asthma using a written asthma action plan, and (3) review the rationale for the medications used in asthma exacerbations and be able to explain the differences in medications to patients in a way that facilitates proper use and adherence.
Written asthma action plans (WAAPs) are recommended by national and International guidelines to help patients recognize and manage asthma exacerbations. Despite this recommendation, many patients with asthma do not have a WAAP. In addition, WAAPs vary widely In their readability and usability. To ...