The Impact of Pharmacist and Respiratory Therapist Collaboration on Medication Adherence and Symptom Control in Asthma Patients
Authors: Mansour Alotaibi, Amal T. Alenazi, Manna T. Alshammari, Hala H. Almutairi
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13879387
Short DOI: https://doi.org/g6k8nx
Country: Saudi Arabia
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Abstract:
Background: Poor medication adherence and improper inhaler technique are major barriers to effective asthma management. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of collaboration between pharmacists and respiratory therapists on improving medication adherence, symptom control, and lung function in asthma patients.
Methods: A prospective interventional study was conducted in a tertiary hospital involving 100 asthma patients. The intervention group (n = 50) received pharmacist-led medication counseling and respiratory therapist-guided inhaler technique training, while the control group (n = 50) received standard care. Outcomes included medication adherence (MMAS-8), asthma control (ACT), inhaler technique, and lung function (FEV1).
Results: The intervention group showed significant improvements in medication adherence (MMAS-8 score: 5.8 to 7.2, p < 0.001), asthma control (ACT score: 15.3 to 20.1, p < 0.001), and inhaler technique (45% to 85% correct use, p < 0.001). Lung function also improved in the intervention group (FEV1: 70.4% to 78.1%, p = 0.001). Fewer hospitalizations were reported in the intervention group compared to the control group (10% vs. 24%, p = 0.039).
Conclusion: Collaboration between pharmacists and respiratory therapists significantly improves medication adherence, asthma control, and patient outcomes. This interdisciplinary approach should be integrated into routine asthma management to optimize care.
Keywords: Asthma, medication adherence, inhaler technique, interdisciplinary collaboration, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, lung function, asthma control
Paper Id: 231273
Published On: 2018-06-06
Published In: Volume 6, Issue 3, May-June 2018
Cite This: The Impact of Pharmacist and Respiratory Therapist Collaboration on Medication Adherence and Symptom Control in Asthma Patients - Mansour Alotaibi, Amal T. Alenazi, Manna T. Alshammari, Hala H. Almutairi - IJIRMPS Volume 6, Issue 3, May-June 2018. DOI 10.5281/zenodo.13879387