Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2661386 | The Journal for Nurse Practitioners | 2009 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Asthma remains a substantial public health problem. Collecting environmental history and educating patients about asthma triggers are crucial for influencing asthma morbidity. Failure to educate patients and families about avoiding asthma triggers is a predictor of preventable hospitalization for asthma. This review of control measures focuses on common pests, such as cockroaches, dust mites, and rodents, and warm-blooded pets. Emphasis is placed on control through itegrated pest management, an environmentally sensitive approach that uses knowledge about the life cycles and habits of pests to eliminate them.
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Authors
Patricia Newcomb,