2 Flashcards
What is the primary focus of Chaney et al.’s research?
The primary focus is on the effects of a specific intervention on children’s adherence to asthma medication.
True or False: Chaney et al. used a randomized controlled trial design.
True
Fill in the blank: Chaney et al. investigated the use of a ________ to improve medication adherence.
funhaler
What is a funhaler?
A funhaler is an inhaler designed to make the administration of asthma medication more enjoyable for children.
What age group did Chaney et al. focus on in their study?
Children aged 4 to 12 years.
Multiple Choice: What was one of the main outcomes measured in Chaney et al.’s study? A) Weight loss B) Medication adherence C) Lung function D) Quality of life
B) Medication adherence
True or False: Chaney et al. found that children preferred the funhaler over traditional inhalers.
True
What method did Chaney et al. use to assess adherence to medication?
Parental reports and a self-report measure.
Fill in the blank: The funhaler incorporates ________ and ________ to encourage use.
games; rewards
What significant effect did the funhaler have on children’s asthma management according to Chaney et al.?
It significantly improved adherence to medication.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a part of the intervention in Chaney et al.’s study? A) A toy B) A funhaler C) Educational pamphlets D) A reward system
C) Educational pamphlets
What was the sample size of Chaney et al.’s study?
Children from 30 families participated.
True or False: Chaney et al. conducted follow-up assessments to evaluate the long-term efficacy of the funhaler.
True
What was one of the limitations noted by Chaney et al. in their research?
The study relied on self-reported adherence, which may not be entirely accurate.
Fill in the blank: Chaney et al. concluded that the funhaler is a useful ________ to enhance adherence to asthma medication.
tool
Multiple Choice: Which psychological theory underpins the funhaler’s design? A) Behaviorism B) Humanism C) Cognitive Development D) Psychoanalysis
A) Behaviorism
What type of feedback did parents report about the funhaler?
Parents reported that their children enjoyed using the funhaler.
True or False: Chaney et al. suggest that the funhaler could be beneficial for children with other chronic conditions.
True
What was the key takeaway from Chaney et al.’s research?
Innovative tools like the funhaler can significantly enhance medication adherence in children with asthma.
Fill in the blank: The study by Chaney et al. was published in the journal ________.
Pediatrics
Multiple Choice: What is a potential implication of Chaney et al.’s findings? A) Increased hospitalization rates B) Improved quality of life for children C) Decreased medication costs D) None of the above
B) Improved quality of life for children
What recommendation did Chaney et al. make for future research?
To explore the effectiveness of the funhaler in diverse populations and settings.
True or False: Chaney et al. found that the funhaler was less effective than traditional inhalers.
False
What was the publication year of Chaney et al.’s study?
2002
