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Discrepancies between medical record data and parent reported use of preventive asthma medications

, BA, , MPH, , BA, , BS & , MD, MPH
Pages 446-450 | Received 25 Jul 2013, Accepted 19 Dec 2013, Published online: 30 Jan 2014
 

Abstract

Objective: To assess whether medical record documentation reflects actual home practices regarding the administration of preventive medications to urban children with persistent asthma. Methods: Baseline data from a prompting asthma intervention were used for this cross-sectional analysis. As part of the larger study, we enrolled children (2–12 years) with persistent asthma in the waiting room at 12 primary care offices (2009–2012). Prior to their visit with a healthcare provider, caregivers reported information regarding their child’s asthma symptom severity and current preventive medications (i.e. name and frequency of use). We compared caregiver-reported medication information with medical record data to determine the rate of complete concordance, defined as total consistency between the prescribed medication data documented in the medical record and parent report describing how the child is actually using the medication at home. Results: According to 310 completed medical record reviews, 194 (62%) children had a current prescription for a daily preventive asthma medication. Of these children, 110 (57%) had caregivers who reported complete concordance. Those reporting complete concordance were more likely to have children with greater symptom severity, including fewer symptom-free days in the prior two weeks (6.9 vs. 8.7, p = 0. 018), and ≥1 asthma-related hospitalization in the prior year (16% vs. 6%, p = 0. 042). Conclusions: Medical records may poorly reflect actual home practices and providers should specifically inquire about medication use and barriers to adherence at the time of an office visit to promote guideline-based, consistent treatment for children with persistent asthma.

Acknowledgements

I would like to express my deepest appreciation to the authors of this paper that provided me with the guidance to complete this manuscript. A special gratitude to the PI of the study, who gave me the opportunity to pursue this project, offered me constant support and allowed me to achieve my goals. I am grateful to be surrounded by such intelligent and supportive women. Thank you!

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