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Factors That Affect Adherence With Long-Term Controller Medications Used To Manage Asthma In Children, Brittany Bowks
Factors That Affect Adherence With Long-Term Controller Medications Used To Manage Asthma In Children, Brittany Bowks
HIM 1990-2015
Problem: Asthma affects one out of every ten children in the United States. It is recommended that children with persistent asthma take long-term controller (LTC) medications to achieve control. However, adherence varies, and many children do not take their LTC medication at all. The average cost for hospitalization of a child with asthma is $8,406. Asthma in children also contributes to school absenteeism and a decrease in quality of life. Objective: A literature review was performed to examine factors that affect adherence to LTC medications used to control asthma in children. Method: A literature review was performed using the CINAHL, …