EXAM 2: Asthma

Question 1

Among children, what group of people does not experience higher asthma prevalence rates?

Answer 1

White (5.5%) and Mexican (5.9%)

Question 2

What are the symptoms of an asthma attack?

Answer 2

Wheezing, chest retractions (esp with infants), breathing is faster, feeling chest tightness (or heaviness), coughing, difficulty sleeping

Question 3

What are the triggers for youth with asthma?

Answer 3

Viral respiratory infections, exercise, cold air or changes in weather, irritants, allergens, emotions + stress

Question 4

What is a spacer and why is it helpful?

Answer 4

Helps medication go directly to child’s airway, makes sure medicine doesn’t get stuck in back of throat or escape from sides of mouth

Question 5

How might a parent’s mental health influence a child’s asthma management?

Answer 5

Maternal depression is associated with higher morbidity

Question 6

What is biofeedback and how is it helpful?

Answer 6

Helps control stress response by recognizing it and employing relaxation techniques (e.g., deep breathing, visualizations, and meditation to calm physiological arousal)

Question 7

What is a spirometry test?

Answer 7

Lung functioning test, shows the capacity (how much air lungs can hold) and flow of air through the lungs, how much air can exhaled forcefully

Question 8

What are barriers to adherence for children with asthma?

Answer 8

Lower parental health literacy, family conflict, financial challenges, access to healthcare, poor patient/family communication with healthcare team