Dr. Tom Plaut's Asthma Guide for People of All Ages,9780914625223

Dr. Tom Plaut's Asthma Guide for People of All Ages

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ISBN13: 9780914625223
ISBN10: 0914625225
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 1999-12-01
Publisher(s): Pedipress Inc
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Summary

Discusses the best way to control asthma

Author Biography

Dr. Tom Plaut, noted asthma expert and author, has helped more than a million people control their asthma.

Table of Contents

Figures
ix
Tables and Sidebars
xi
Acknowledgments xiii
Introduction You Can Control Asthma 1(3)
Asthma Stories
4(25)
Stories from the 1980s
5(10)
Stories from the 1990s
15(14)
The Basics of Asthma
29(43)
What is Asthma?
30(1)
Expectations
30(1)
Excellent Asthma Control
31(1)
Basic Facts
32(6)
Naming and Diagnosing Asthma
38(1)
Natural Course of Asthma
39(1)
Monitoring Peak Flow Scores and Asthma Signs
40(4)
Asthma Severity
44(4)
Asthma Triggers
48(10)
Allergies and Asthma
58(6)
Special Considerations for Diagnosis and Treatment of Asthma
64(8)
Asthma Medicines
72(34)
Understanding Your Medicines
73(4)
Controller Medicines
77(19)
Quick Relief Medicines
96(7)
Quiz on Asthma Medicines
103(3)
Devices for Inhaling Asthma Medicines
106(23)
Inhaling Asthma Medicine Deep into Your Airways
108(1)
The Right Medicine the Wrong Way
108(1)
Metered Dose Inhalers (MDIs)
109(5)
Holding Chambers
114(5)
Dry Powder Inhalers (DPIs)
119(3)
Compressor Driven and Ultrasonic Nebulizers
122(5)
In Summary
127(2)
Peak Flow
129(22)
Using Peak Flow at Home
130(2)
Measuring Peak Flow
132(1)
The Personal Best Peak Flow Score
133(2)
Using Peak Flow to Guide Asthma Treatment
135(4)
Interpreting Your Peak Flow Scores
139(3)
Usefulness of Peak Flow
142(1)
Learning from Peak Flow
143(2)
Do Peak Flow Scores Always Tell You What Is Going On in Your Lungs?
145(1)
Does Everyone Agree That Peak Flow Is a Helpful Tool?
145(1)
Peak Flow Meters
146(3)
In Summary
149(2)
Using an Asthma Diary
151(24)
An Asthma Diary Helps You Manage Asthma
153(1)
The Asthma Peak Flow Diary
154(10)
The Asthma Signs Diary for Children Ages 5 and Under
164(9)
How to Choose a Diary
173(1)
In Summary
174(1)
Asthma Treatment
175(37)
Effective Asthma Treatment
180(8)
The Home Treatment Plan Based on Peak Flow
188(10)
Treatment for Children Under 5 Years of Age
198(1)
The Home Treatment Plan Based on Asthma Signs
199(9)
Signs Based Treatment Plan for Young Children Taking Inhaled Steroids
208(2)
In Summary
210(2)
Working With Your Doctors
212(15)
How to Choose a Doctor
216(2)
How Often Should You See Your Doctor for Asthma?
218(1)
Achieving Excellent Asthma Control
218(1)
Seeking a Consultation
219(3)
Karen Warren's Asthma Visits
222(2)
Asthma Visits for Young Children
224(1)
In the Emergency Room and Hospital
224(2)
In Summary
226(1)
Asthma at School
227(20)
Health Planning
228(7)
Legal Aspects of Asthma at School
235(2)
Indoor Air Quality
237(1)
The Environment Plays a Key Role in Asthma
237(4)
Health Problems Related to Indoor Air Quality
241(1)
Understanding Indoor Air Quality in Schools
242(4)
In Summary
246(1)
Family and Travel
247(36)
Asthma is a Family Affair
247(2)
Two Mothers' Stories about Living with Asthma
249(1)
Role of Family Members
250(3)
Divorce
253(2)
Asthma Education Groups and Asthma Support Groups
255(2)
Feelings
257(3)
Travel
260(7)
In Summary
267(4)
Resource Section
Asthma Management Tools for Your Personal Use
271(8)
Food and Drug Administration Approval of Drugs
279(2)
U.S., Canadian and U.K. Drug Names
281(2)
Resource List 283(6)
Medical Bibliography 289(4)
School Resources 293(4)
Glossary 297(8)
Index 305

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