Improving Asthma Outcomes Through Spirometry Distance Learning

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Conditions studied: Asthma

In brief

Spirometry is a recommended component of asthma diagnosis and treatment in the primary care setting, yet few providers report its routine use for children with asthma. Misclassification of asthma severity occurs when assessment is based on symptoms alone. This misclassification can lead to inadequate treatment, increased morbidity, and increased healthcare utilization/cost. The goal of this study is to test the effectiveness of a distance learning quality improvement program called Spirometry 360 developed by the interactive Medical Training Resources (iMTR) group at the University of Washington Child Health Institute. The Spirometry 360 program aims to improve care for children with asthma by enhancing provider knowledge and self-efficacy related to the use and interpretation of office-based spirometry.

Key facts

Study ID
NCT01168635
Run by
Seattle Children's Hospital
People needed
660
Starts
2010-06-01
Expected to finish
2012-01-01
Last updated by the study team
2015-05-20

Who can join

Age: 5 and older, up to 17. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.

Where it is running

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