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Asthma can vary greatly not only from person to person but also in the
same person at different times. It follows that the type and amount
of medication you need may also vary. When you start a new medication
for asthma, monitoring with the Asthma Assistant can help you check
it is having the desired effect.
Case Study
Name:Matt
Age:56 years
Background
Matt has just been diagnosed with asthma. He has been prescribed
a preventer medication four puffs daily. He also has a reliever
inhaler to use if needed. Matt's doctor has asked him to monitor
his asthma for two weeks to make sure the medication suits him and
that the dose is sufficient to control his asthma.
Monitoring With The Asthma Assistant
Matt monitors his asthma using the Basic Daily Card. The Basic Daily
Report section below shows the last ten days of information before
his follow up visit with his doctor.
The report section shows a gradual improvement in Matt's asthma.
His peak flow slowly increases and levels out in his green zone
for the last week of monitoring. In addition, his symptoms disappear
completely and he does not use his reliever during this time. As
his asthma improves so he rates his asthma as 'Good' compared to
'Okay'.
Summary
This report suggests that Matt's prescribed preventer medication
is controlling his asthma very well. The medication and dose are
sufficient to control his asthma symptoms completely and stabilise
his peak flow.
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Please Note:
This is just an hypothetical example. Asthma can be very different
from one person to another and even in one person at different
times. Always get to know your own asthma. Always work closely
with your doctor and nurse who are essential in educating
you about your condition.
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