Description: The Adult Asthma Action Plan (16+ years) is an e-fillable self-management tool where patients can develop their own asthma action plan, in consultation with their healthcare provider. It also offers recommendations for how patients can get the most out of their visits with their healthcare providers.
Access Instructions :
Owner/Author:
Lung Health Foundation
Year:
2022
Patient Population:
Adult
Format:
Fillable PDF, PDF
Relevant Quality
Statement:
Self-Management Education and Asthma Action Plan
Decision Support Guidance
Who might use this tool?
- Family Physicians
- Nurse Practitioners
- Registered Respiratory Therapists
- Certified Respiratory Educators
When might they use this tool?
- During a patient’s visit
Why might they use this tool?
- To better manage asthma (i.e., improved control, early identification of exacerbation, indication for when to seek emergency care)
What are important considerations when using this tool?
- This tool can be integrated into EMR systems
- Provider education may be needed to support the use of tool in practice
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