Nursing strategies and tools to support treatment adherence in adolescents with asthma
Discover our work on care adherence among adolescents with asthma, presented at Swiss pediatric and respiratory medicine conferences.
Our Mission
We are three nurses passionate about improving the quality of life of adolescents living with asthma.
Despite advances in asthma care, only one in two adolescents adheres regularly to their care. Non-adherence remains one of the main barriers to asthma control and is associated with an increased risk of emergency visits, hospitalizations, and reduced quality of life.
Our goal is to promote adolescent-centered care, therapeutic patient education, self-management skills, and the development of innovative nursing practices.
This work received two awards during the graduation ceremony of the Geneva School of Health Sciences (HEdS):
• HEdS Fund Award
• Geneva Lung League Award
It has also been accepted for publication in Soins Pédiatrie/Puériculture, highlighting its relevance for clinical practice and nursing research.
Our Contributions
We developed practical tools and based our work on robust scientific evidence to support both healthcare professionals and adolescents.
Pocket Guide for Nurses
A practical guide for nurses to support adolescents living with asthma.
Nursing Protocol for Transition Support
A detailed protocol designed to facilitate the transition from pediatric to adult healthcare services for adolescents.
Check-list for Adolescent
An interactive checklist to help adolescents better manage their asthma on a daily basis and strengthen their self-management skills.
References
Access all the scientific references that supported the development of our poster and tools.
Our Approach
Our work combines evidence-based nursing practice, Meleis’ Transitions Theory, adolescent-centered care, and practical tools designed for everyday clinical use.
Through this integrated approach, we aim to strengthen care adherence, empowerment, and foster a collaborative partnership between adolescents, families, and healthcare professionals, where each partner plays an active role in supporting successful self-management and transition to adult care.