ABC of Asthma: ASTHMA IN CHILDREN: TREATMENT

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The aims of treatment should be: These can be achieved by prompt diagnosis, identification of trigger factors, evaluation of severity, establishment of a partnership of management with the asthmatic child and the family, and regular review. #### Assessment of management There has been much discussion recently about “self management” and “self management plans.” The term is slightly misleading and a better description is partnership in management. The aim is to develop a strategy for management which will help asthmatic children and their families to cope with the day to day care of their asthma. The strategy should be adapted to the severity of the asthma and to the home and school circumstances. Partnership in management comprises: Trained respiratory nurses working in asthma clinics and in schools have a vital role in partnership management. There are also many educational aids available including written material produced by lay organisations such as the National Asthma Campaign, videos, computer programs, and so on. They are valuable supplements to but not substitutes for regular personal contact between families and appropriately trained healthcare professionals. The avoidance of cigarette smoke is important. Families with asthmatic children should be encouraged not to acquire pets. Pets have to go when allergy has been …

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