作者: Robin S. Everhart , Samantha A. Miadich , Gillian G. Leibach , Adrienne P. Borschuk , Daphne Koinis-Mitchell
DOI: 10.3109/02770903.2016.1167904
关键词: Persistent asthma 、 Gerontology 、 Acculturation 、 Emergency department 、 Medicine 、 Ethnic group 、 Asthma control 、 Asthma 、 African american 、 Nursing 、 Quality of life
摘要: AbstractObjective: Racial/ethnic minority caregivers of children with asthma are at risk for low levels quality life (QOL). Limited research has identified factors that contribute to lower QOL among African American caregivers. This study examined associations between acculturation (e.g., engaging in values/beliefs traditional one's culture versus adopting mainstream cultural views) and caregiver low-income, urban families (7–12 years) persistent asthma. We also investigated the association child emergency department (ED) use. Methods: Fifty-five their completed interview-based questionnaires a single session. Caregivers Pediatric Asthma Caregiver Quality Life Questionnaire (PACQLQ), Acculturation Scale-Revised (AAAS-R), reported on variables. Children items assessing control. Results: Higher overall emotional functi...