Efficacy of a Transition Theory-Based Discharge Planning Program for Childhood Asthma Management

Purpose This study tested the efficacy of a nurse‐led discharge planning program for childhood asthma management, based on transition theory. Methods A quasi‐experimental design was used. The sample comprised 120 children with asthma and their parents (intervention group n = 60, control group n = 60...

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Published in:International journal of nursing knowledge 2016-04, Vol.27 (2), p.70-78
Main Authors: Ekim, Ayfer, Ocakci, Ayse Ferda
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Accident and emergency departments
Asthma
Asthma - nursing
Asthma - psychology
Asthma - therapy
Case-Control Studies
Child
Child, Preschool
Childhood
Discharge planning
Disease management
Home care
Hospitalization
Humans
Infant
Intervention
Interventions
Nurse led care
Nurse led services
Nursing
Nursing care
Nursing Theory
Parents - psychology
Patient Discharge
Pediatrics
Professional practices
Self Efficacy
Selfefficacy
theory
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Summary:Purpose This study tested the efficacy of a nurse‐led discharge planning program for childhood asthma management, based on transition theory. Methods A quasi‐experimental design was used. The sample comprised 120 children with asthma and their parents (intervention group n = 60, control group n = 60). Findings The asthma management self‐efficacy perception level of parents in the intervention group increased significantly and the number of triggers their children were exposed to at home was reduced by 60.8%. The rates of admission to emergency departments and unscheduled outpatient visits were significantly lower in the intervention group compared with the control group. Conclusions Transition theory‐based nursing interventions can provide successful outcomes on childhood asthma management. Practice Implications Transition theory‐based discharge planning program can guide nursing interventions to standardize care of the child with asthma. Combining care at home with hospital care strengthens ongoing qualified asthma management.
ISSN:2047-3087
1541-5147
2047-3095
DOI:10.1111/2047-3095.12077