- Aaron Carino
- August 2026
Faculty instructor: Annette Jenkins
Abstract
Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease that is a leading cause of preventable emergency department visits and hospital admissions. Current evidence shows that inadequate patient knowledge regarding medication adherence, proper inhaler technique, trigger avoidance, and symptom recognition contributes to poor asthma control at home and increases healthcare utilization. The purpose of this evidence-based practice project is to identify evidence supporting standardized asthma education to help improve self-management at home and reduce hospital readmissions. A review of current peer-reviewed scholarly literature was done to find evidence-based educational interventions that improve asthma outcomes. The literatures highlights patient-centered education, reinforcement on proper inhaler technique, and ongoing follow-up as an effective approach for improving self-management. Findings from the literature suggest that establishing a standardized asthma education program can improve patients’ understanding of their condition, increasing adherence to treatment plans, and reducing preventable hospital readmissions. Applying evidence-based asthma education into routine clinical practice has the capability to improve patient outcomes and enhance quality of care. Future efforts should focus on implementing standardized education protocols and evaluating their effectiveness in reducing readmissions and improving long-term asthma management.
Keywords: asthma, asthma education, evidence-based practice, patient education, self-management, hospital readmission