Applying the Social Ecological Model to Creating Asthma-Friendly Schools in Louisiana
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| Title: | Applying the Social Ecological Model to Creating Asthma-Friendly Schools in Louisiana |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Nuss, Henry J., Hester, Laura L., Perry, Mark A., Stewart-Briley, Collette, Reagon, Valamar M., Collins, Pamela |
| Source: | Journal of School Health. Mar 2016 86(3):225-232. |
| Availability: | Wiley-Blackwell. 350 Main Street, Malden, MA 02148. Tel: 800-835-6770; Tel: 781-388-8598; Fax: 781-388-8232; e-mail: cs-journals@wiley.com; Web site: http://www.wiley.com/WileyCDA |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 8 |
| Publication Date: | 2016 |
| Sponsoring Agency: | Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (DHHS/PHS) |
| Contract Number: | CDCRFAEH0990105CONT13 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Elementary Secondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Health Promotion, Diseases, Chronic Illness, At Risk Students, Public Schools, Elementary Secondary Education, Needs Assessment, Student Needs, Strategic Planning, Staff Development, Educational Environment, School Policy, Knowledge Level, Compliance (Legal), Drug Therapy |
| Geographic Terms: | Louisiana |
| DOI: | 10.1111/josh.12369 |
| ISSN: | 0022-4391 |
| Abstract: | Background: In 2010, the Louisiana Asthma Management and Prevention Program (LAMP) implemented the Asthma-Friendly Schools Initiative in high-risk Louisiana populations. The social ecological model (SEM) was used as a framework for an asthma program implemented in 70 state K-12 public schools over 2 years. Methods: Activities included a needs assessment, identification of students with asthma, individualized asthma action plans (AAP), staff trainings, environmental quality improvement, and school system policy changes to address the asthma burden. Results: There were 522 new or existing asthma cases recognized. Asthma knowledge/awareness was measurably improved among school personnel. School indoor air quality was improved across all locations. School-level polices were adopted that improved AAP collection, compliance to bus-idling restrictions, and asthma medication self-carry. Conclusions: The SEM framework can be used for school-based programs to address successfully and improve asthma-related issues from the individual through policy levels. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2016 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1089670 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Background: In 2010, the Louisiana Asthma Management and Prevention Program (LAMP) implemented the Asthma-Friendly Schools Initiative in high-risk Louisiana populations. The social ecological model (SEM) was used as a framework for an asthma program implemented in 70 state K-12 public schools over 2 years. Methods: Activities included a needs assessment, identification of students with asthma, individualized asthma action plans (AAP), staff trainings, environmental quality improvement, and school system policy changes to address the asthma burden. Results: There were 522 new or existing asthma cases recognized. Asthma knowledge/awareness was measurably improved among school personnel. School indoor air quality was improved across all locations. School-level polices were adopted that improved AAP collection, compliance to bus-idling restrictions, and asthma medication self-carry. Conclusions: The SEM framework can be used for school-based programs to address successfully and improve asthma-related issues from the individual through policy levels. |
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| ISSN: | 0022-4391 |
| DOI: | 10.1111/josh.12369 |
