Keep Kids with Asthma Engaged in Learning
By Using Asthma Care Best Practices in Schools
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Uncontrolled asthma can come between kids and learning
8% of school-age children have asthma or use an inhaler
38% of kids with asthma miss 10 or more days of school per year
2 days absent from school each month puts a child at risk of falling behind
When Schools Implement Asthma Care Best Practices…
- Absences decrease by 22%
- 80% of students improve their inhaler techniques
- Emergency room visits decrease by 28%
School-Based Asthma Programs
Kids should be learning, not on the sidelines.
SCHOOL LEADERSHIP
“We worried that students with asthma were sitting on the sidelines or even missing class.
Our school nurse helped us create an environment where kids with asthma are consistently actively engaged in learning.”
SCHOOL NURSE TEAMS
“Our school nurse team has identified the students most at risk of missing class due to asthma.
We’ve worked with them and their families to get their asthma controlled”
CLASSROOM TEACHERS
“After what I’ve learned recently from the school nurse, I am more confident about triggers.
I’m able to make sure our kids with asthma are in on all the fun, like outdoor activities and field trips.”
PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHERS AND COACHES
“As a coach, I learned more about triggers, pre-treatment, and what asthma can look like for kids.
Now, I feel more confident about being able to include kids who need pre-treatment or have specific triggers. “
