Download or read book Asthma written by Margaret V. Clark and published by Jones & Bartlett Publishers. This book was released on 2010-07-07 with total page 191 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Asthma: A Clinician's Guide incorporates the new National Heart Lung and Blood Institute's 2007 Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Asthma (EPR-3) and emphasizes the importance of asthma control that has come to the forefront of asthma management. This vital text discusses the current data on genetics and strategies to overcome treatment disparities. With concise, evidence-based information in an easily accessible format, this book provides respiratory and pulmonary medicine students with a fundamental resource to better understand asthma and manage appropriate treatment for various patient populations. • Each chapter includes an outline, objectives, and key terms with definitions • Appendices include travel charts and school plans • Guideline-based step management algorithms provided for each age group • Peak flow charts and instruction guides are included • Forms/templates provided for reproduction This user-friendly text is an essential reference for students and clinicians alike!
Download or read book A Clinician s Guide to Asthma written by Jordan Long and published by American Medical Publishers. This book was released on 2021-11-16 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Asthma is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the airways of the lungs. In asthma, airway hyper-responsiveness leads to recurring episodes of breathlessness, chest tightness, wheezing and coughing. There is no precise way to diagnose asthma. It is usually suspected on review of symptoms, whether these occur or worsen with exercise, or on exposure to allergens, viral infections or air pollution. Spirometry can be used to support a diagnosis. By avoiding exposure to air pollution, tobacco smoke, perfume and other chemical irritants, and respiratory infections, asthmatic episodes can be managed. Medications for asthma include fast-acting or long-acting. They are generally prescribed depending on the frequency of the symptoms and the severity of the illness. Bronchodilators, mast cell stabilizer, inhalatory corticosteroids and leukotriene antagonists are recommended for the management of asthma. Different approaches, evaluations, methodologies and advanced studies on asthma have been included in this book. It brings forth some of the unexplored aspects of this condition. Students, researchers, experts and all associated with pulmonology will benefit alike from this book.
Download or read book A Clinician s Guide of Asthma written by Marvin Charlton and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-11-22 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This user-friendly text is an essential reference for students and clinicians alike.This vital text discusses the current data on genetics and strategies to overcome treatment disparities. With concise, evidence-based information in an easily accessible format, this book provides respiratory and pulmonary medicine students with a fundamental resource to better understand asthma and manage appropriate treatment for various patient populations.
Download or read book Asthma a Clinician s Guide written by Mirjana Turkalj and published by . This book was released on 2022-05-17 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Teach Your Patients about Asthma written by and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 91 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Clinicians Guide to Asthma written by Fan Chung and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2002-03-29 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Clinicians' Guide to Asthma puts the care of patients with asthma into context for the GP / Primary care specialist and general hospital physician, presenting the current knowledge regarding asthma and its treatment in an accessible manner. Topics covered include epidemiology, socio-economic costs, causes and pathophysiology, mechanisms, pharmacologic therapies and other aspects of asthma management. The book discusses current hot topics in research and likely future breakthroughs, and provides sufficient practical detail for the physician to use in everyday management of asthma within a range of patient sub-groups including children.
Download or read book Personalizing Asthma Management for the Clinician written by Stanley J. Szefler and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2017-09-22 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Personalized medicine is a rapidly emerging area in health care, and asthma management lends itself particularly well to this new development. This practical resource by Dr. Stanley J. Szefler helps you navigate the many asthma medication options available to your patients, as well as providing insights into those which may be introduced within the next several years. Features a wealth of information on available asthma medications, including new immunomodulators, new responses to treatment, and new treatment strategies at all levels of asthma care. Prepares you to meet your patients’ needs regarding asthma exacerbation prevention and asthma prevention. Consolidates today’s available information and guidance in this timely area into one convenient resource.
Download or read book Asthma written by J Douglas and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2010-08-15 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the series title implies each Clinician's Desk Reference is a practical resource and a daily aid for physicians in the hospital setting and in primary care.Asthma is one of the most important chronic disorders in the developed world. Evidence from around the world shows the prevalence of asthma has increased considerably since 1975, and now affe
Download or read book Asthma written by J Graham Douglas and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2010-08-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the series title implies each Clinician’s Desk Reference is a practical resource and a daily aid for physicians in the hospital setting and in primary care. Asthma is one of the most important chronic disorders in the developed world. Evidence from around the world shows the prevalence of asthma has increased considerably since 1975, and now affects around 7.2% of the world population (about 100 million individuals). In the UK asthma is now the most common chronic disease affecting all age groups with approximately 11% of the population being diagnosed as having asthma at some time in their lives. Understanding of the basic mechanisms involved in the pathogenesis of asthma has improved dramatically over the past 20 years. Along with this increase in basic scientific knowledge, randomized clinical trials have produced evidence to guide clinicians in how to manage patients with asthma. The book covers epidemiology, diagnosis and management, and takes a look at future developments. The authors highlight the under diagnosis of occupational asthma and emphasize the importance of effective patient education, particularly asthma action plans. There are ten clinical cases dealing with common diagnostic and management problems, frequently asked questions and appendices containing resources for patients and clinicians including useful websites, information leaflets and major references.
Download or read book Bronchial Asthma written by M. Eric Gershwin and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2008-08-17 with total page 403 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fully updated edition of a widely respected classic on the diagnosis and management of asthma in a variety of patient subpopulations. Though this fifth edition continues to emphasize the definition, medications, and use of asthma treatment plans, it also focuses on the special needs patient, including the pediatric patient, the pregnant patient, and the patient undergoing surgery, as well as on the perennial issues of exercise and asthma, pulmonary aspergillosis, occupation, recreational drug use, and psychological/social considerations. Highlights for the fifth edition include a liberal use of tables and charts to make the book more practical and user-friendly, updates on the many new pharmaceuticals used to treat asthma, and first-time sections on food sensitivity and the diagnosis of asthma.
Download or read book Severe Asthma written by Kian Fan Chung and published by European Respiratory Society. This book was released on 2019-06-01 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Severe asthma is a form of asthma that responds poorly to currently available medication, and its patients represent those with greatest unmet needs. In the last 10 years, substantial progress has been made in terms of understanding some of the mechanisms that drive severe asthma; there have also been concomitant advances in the recognition of specific molecular phenotypes. This ERS Monograph covers all aspects of severe asthma – epidemiology, diagnosis, mechanisms, treatment and management – but has a particular focus on recent understanding of mechanistic heterogeneity based on an analytic approach using various ‘omics platforms applied to clinically well-defined asthma cohorts. How these advances have led to improved management targets is also emphasised. This book brings together the clinical and scientific expertise of those from around the world who are collaborating to solve the problem of severe asthma.
Download or read book Implementation of Asthma Treatment Guidelines written by Patience O. Ekeocha and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease that affects adults, children, and the elderly. Asthma has taken a toll on the economy of its sufferers, families, and health care providers. In the United States, approximately 23 million people have asthma. More than half of these individuals had at least one asthma attack in the previous year. This translates into an average of four days missed from school each year per asmthmatic child and two and a half days missed for work per asthmatic adult; 11 million outpatient medical visits; 2 million emergency room visits; nearly 400,000 hospitalizations; and approximately 4,000 deaths annually. In Maryland, approximately 12.9% of adults and 13.6% of children have a history of asthma. In 2007, asthma accounted for 9,800 hospitalizations and roughly 38,000 emergency department (ED) visits. Foreground: Students with asthma at a historically Black university were more likely to use the hospital ED than students with other chronic illnesses. A quality improvement (QI) needs assessment project conducted in the University Health Clinic (UHC) from February 2010 to April 2010 showed than 935 students with asthma visited the ED comapred to the 351 students with asthma that attended the clinic. The purpose of this project was to develop a Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPG) and a protocol for Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) for clinicians in the UHC. Goal: The short-term goal for this capstone project was to ensure that clinicians adhere to the Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Asmthma CPG in the UHC for the treatment and management of asthma. The long-term goal is to decrease the frequent ED visits by students with asthma. Plan: The Change Theory, "unfreezing, movement, and refreezing" in Marquis and Houston was used as a theoretical foundation to accomplish the plan project. Rosswurm and Larrabee's EBP Model was used to guide the implementation of the capstone project. The plan included a pre- and post-test and a self-education package based on the CPG. The pretest assessed the clinician's base knowledge.
Download or read book Dr Tom Plaut s Asthma Guide for People of All Ages written by Thomas F. Plaut and published by Pedipress, Inc.. This book was released on 1999 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pediatrician Plaut, a specialist in asthma treatment (Children with Asthma: A Guide for Parents, not reviewed, etc.), makes no bones about it: A well-informed patient, working with a knowledgeable health-care practitioner, can control his or her disease so completely that 'you will have symptoms no more than two days per week, will rarely miss school or work because of asthma, will rarely require an urgent visit to the doctor or emergency room, and will be able to exercise as long and as hard as anyone else.' Plaut goes on to provide readers-even those suffering frequent severe attacks of the disease-with the tools and an action plan for reaching these goals. He explains the anatomy and physiology of the disease; what asthma medications are available and how to use them (the proper technique when inhaling a medication is vital); and how to monitor and interpret peak flow (a measure of lung function and the most important early indicator of trouble). Plaut then discusses treatment plans in depth and includes clear, well-designed forms for tracking the disease and its treatment, plus a short 'asthma diary' for patients and their physicians. First-rate help, indispensable for those with asthma. ($30,000 ad/promo) ; 336 pg.-
Download or read book Asthma and Allergic Diseases written by J. Douglas Wilson and published by MacLennan & Petty. This book was released on 1983 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Asthma written by Jonathan Brostoff and published by Inner Traditions / Bear & Co. This book was released on 2000-09 with total page 518 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive program to help asthma sufferers identify their triggers, make changes in their environment, diet, and lifestyle, and reduce their dependence on drugs. • Evaluates the full range of therapies, including acupuncture, herbalism, massage, yoga, and breathing exercises, as well as standard pharmaceuticals. • By the authors of the bestselling Food Allergies and Food Intolerance. • Provides special advice for parents with asthmatic children. Almost everyone with asthma could be feeling better and using fewer drugs; this book shows you how. Internationally recognized authorities on allergies and asthma, Dr. Jonathan Brostoff and Linda Gamlin provide a comprehensive step-by-step program to help you identify your personal asthma triggers and make changes in your environment, diet, and lifestyle that can reduce your exposure to allergens and your need for drugs. The authors have examined the most up-to-date research to offer a critical survey of the full range of asthma therapies, from alternatives such as acupuncture, herbalism, yoga, and breathing exercises to the commonly prescribed pharmaceuticals. Expectant mothers and fathers with asthma will appreciate the information on how to reduce the risk of their unborn child acquiring the disease, and parents will find advice that can help their asthmatic children lead happier, healthier lives.
Download or read book Asthma in the Workplace written by David I. Bernstein and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2013-05-10 with total page 450 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Occupational factors are responsible for a large percentage of cases of asthma in adults of working age. Any irritant generated at high concentrations can cause occupational asthma, and early diagnosis is critical because cure is still possible at this stage. This latest edition of Asthma in the Workplace reflects the rapid pace of discovery and research in workplace asthma that has taken place in recent years. This Fourth Edition retains the international flavor of prior editions, with contributions from editors and contributors from around the world. Several chapters commence with clinical histories and workplace scenarios relevant to the focus of the chapter, making it particularly germane for primary care providers to develop skills in early recognition of the disease. Topics discussed include: Definitions, historical background, epidemiology, genetics, pathophysiology, and animal models Guidelines for assessing the worker and the workplace, and proposed guidelines for management, including compensation aspects Medicolegal aspects, prevention, and surveillance Detailed information about specific agents, including a variety of high- and low-molecular weight agents Other types of work-related asthma conditions, such as irritant-induced asthma, eosinophilic bronchitis, and occupational rhinitis This new edition has been significantly restructured and places a greater emphasis on the clinical aspects of management and treatment. This heightened focus on practical considerations makes it a truly comprehensive, hands-on resource for practitioners and researchers in this fast-moving field.
Download or read book Difficult To Treat Asthma written by Sandhya Khurana and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2019-08-29 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a practical, stepwise, evidence-based approach to effective management of patients with difficult to treat asthma. The impact of asthma on morbidity and healthcare utilization increases exponentially with severity. Severe refractory asthma accounts for less than 5% of all asthma. Its prevalence, however, is often overestimated as there are several other confounding factors that make asthma ‘difficult to treat’. Many novel (albeit expensive) therapies are now available and providers caring for patients with severe asthma are charged with selecting the best evidence treatment. This calls for complex and nuanced decision-making. Whether people with asthma gain and maintain control over their condition depends not only on the availability of effective drugs, but also multiple patient and healthcare provider behaviors. Therefore, now more than ever, it has become increasingly important to differentiate “difficult” from “severe refractory” asthma to allow identification of patients most likely to benefit from these therapies. This volume delves into the current understanding of mechanisms and increasingly recognized heterogeneity of this complex disease. It discusses a structured approach to identification and optimization of factors contributing to poor asthma control, including nonadherence, comorbidities and occupational/environmental triggers. The book includes ‘state of the art’ reviews on recent advances in traditional and targeted asthma therapies, as well as a glimpse into what the future may hold. Highlights include a comprehensive guide to management of severe asthma in children and pregnancy, as well as practical considerations to management of asthma based on different clinical phenotypes. Each chapter is authored by leading experts in the field who share their own clinical approach. This is an ideal guide for clinical pulmonologists and allergist/immunologists, as well as primary care providers, physician extenders in specialty practice, physicians in pulmonary/allergy training, and even industry partners.
