The free-running asthma screening test: an approach to screening for exercise-induced asthma in rural Alabama.: An article from: Journal of School Health

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From the author: This study documented the prevalence of exercise-induced asthma (bronchospasm) in rural elementary schools and described the use of a free-running asthma screening test (exercise-challenge) and peak expiratory flow rate measurement for screening in a school setting. Of 437 children screened, 25 (5.72%) had a [is greater than or equal to] a 15% decrease in post-exercise peak expiratory low rate which is indicative of exercise-induced asthma. Absenteeism and poverty were associated with findings of exercise-induced asthma. Early detection of exercise-induced asthma in school-age children through screening would facilitate early treatment, enhance exercise-related activities, and decrease school absences. (J Sch Health. 1997;67(3):83-88)

Citation Details
Title: The free-running asthma screening test: an approach to screening for exercise-induced asthma in rural Alabama.
Author: Doris J. Heaman
Publication:Journal of School Health (Refereed)
Date: March 1, 1997
Publisher: American School Health Association
Volume: v67 Issue: n3 Page: p83(6)

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