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Educational Outreach Module on Asthma
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Educational Outreach Module on Asthma
Objectives of the Module
Introduction to Asthma
Introduction (continued)
What is Asthma?
Structure of the Lungs
Structure of the Lungs (continued)
What Is an Asthma Attack?
What Are the Symptoms of Asthma?
Who Gets Asthma?
Why Is Asthma Increasing?
What Is an Asthma Trigger?
Examples of Allergens
Examples of Irritants
Other Types of Irritants
What Can Be Done to Reduce or Eliminate Dust Mites?
Reduce Dust Mites (continued)
What Can be Done To Reducce or Eliminate Cockroaches?
Reduce Cockroaches (continued)
What Can Be Done To Reduce or Eliminate Mold & Fungi?
Reduce Mold/Fungi (continued)
What Can Be Done About th Presence of Pets?
What Can Be Done To Reduce or Eliminate Effects of Outdoor Allergens and Pollutants on Asthma?
Outdoor Allergens/Pollutants (continued)
Asthma Management Goals
What Can Be Done To Reduce or Eliminate Exposure to Secondhand Smoke?
How Is Lung Function Measured?
What Can a Peak Flow Meter Do?
Asthma Medication
General Categories of Medicines
What Is a Medicine Plan and How Does It Work?
Asthma Resources
American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP)
Asthma Coalition Resources
Other Asthma Resources
Asthma Resources (continued)
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