Systematic review of asthma self-management education47
| Types of interventions studied | No of studies (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Information | Transfer of information about asthma and its management | 36 (100%) |
| Self-monitoring | Regular assessment of either symptoms or peak expiratory flow by the participant | 33 (92%) |
| Regular review | Assessment of asthma control, severity and medications by a medical practitioner | 24 (67%) |
| Written action plan | An individualised written plan produced for the purpose of patient self-management of asthma exacerbations. The action plan is characterised by being individualised to the patient’s underlying asthma severity and treatment. It also informs the patient when and how to modify medications and when and how to access the medical system in response to worsening asthma | 18 (50%) |
| Optimal self-management intervention | Includes all the above four components | 15 (42%) |