摘要

Asthma is the most common chronic illness among children and is a significant health disparity for African American children and their families. This article provides current statistics that clearly define the problem of asthma and explains the relevance of this health problem for pediatric nurses. The Healthy People 2010 objectives for pediatric asthma care are discussed as outcome measures. The individual, sociocultural, and environmental characteristics of asthma are described. T

  • 出版日期2011-2