RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06513832

Asthma Navigator Intervention to Improve Health Equity in Children

Sponsor

Emory University

Enrollment

75 participants

Start Date

Jan 17, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Asthma in Children

Summary

The goal of this study is to improve health equity in children aged 5-16.9 years admitted to the PICU for asthma. The objectives are: * To identify the factors related to differential experiences of asthma self-management * To pilot the effectiveness of an individualized asthma navigator intervention at PICU discharge.

Eligibility

Min Age: 5 YearsMax Age: 17 Years

Inclusion Criteria1

Admitted to the PICU for asthma

Exclusion Criteria5

Cystic fibrosis
Immune deficiency
Prematurity \<35 weeks
Gestation and congenital airway deformities
Non-English speaker

Interventions

BEHAVIORALThe asthma navigator

The asthma navigator is a Registered Respiratory Therapist and Certified Asthma Educator who will review the care plan at discharge and provide asthma education; assist with follow-up clinic appointment scheduling, medication access, and transportation; and daily as-needed telephone support.