The Asthma Management Template is a structured tool designed to streamline asthma care, ensuring clinicians can document and manage patients effectively. By following the template, you can ensure accurate records, adherence to guidelines, and high-quality patient outcomes. This guide walks you through each section of the template to maximise its utility.

Where are these contents found?

1. OneTemplate Prescriber
   
2. OneTemplate Non-Prescriber

Detailed description of elements

Introduction

Diagnosis Introduction

Spirometry Consideration

This element only shows for those patients who haven't had spirometry performend (ever) to diagnose their asthma

AST011 QOF Requirements

This element only shows if the patient is outstanding for the AST011 KPI

Inhaler Review Alert

This element only shows if the patient has not picked up their inhalers for over 12 months.

Occupational Cause Flag

This only shows if the patient has been recently diagnosed with asthma, to flag to the clinician to consider an occupational cause

History and Control

Paediatric Considerations

Only shown for children

Patient Understanding of Asthma

Assesses the patient’s understanding of their condition, including awareness of management strategies and recognition of symptoms. Identifies areas where education may be required.

Trigger Identification

Documents specific asthma triggers, such as allergens or exercise. Identifying these triggers enables personalized advice on avoidance and management strategies.

SABA Inhaler Overuse Alert

Shows if the patient has had more than 6 SABA inhalers in the last 6 months

Hospital Admissions

Records recent asthma-related hospital admissions. This provides insight into the severity and frequency of exacerbations, aiding in care adjustments to prevent future hospitalizations.

BMI for Children

Only shown for children

BMI for Adults

Only shown for adults

Pulse Rhythm and Rate

Documents pulse rhythm and rate, important cardiovascular metrics to consider as part of comprehensive asthma management.

Oxygen Saturation and Respiratory Rate

Monitors oxygen saturation (SpO₂) and respiratory rate. These vital signs help assess respiratory function and identify signs of distress or compromised oxygenation.

Information for Self-Management Plan

Provides fields for creating and reviewing personalized asthma management plans. Includes tools for calculating PEFR values and documenting patient-specific action thresholds.

Inhaler Technique and Information

Focuses on assessing and improving inhaler technique. Includes resources for patient education and documentation fields for spacer or nebulizer use.

Adherence to Therapy

Evaluates the patient’s adherence to prescribed asthma medication. Includes fields to document discussions on adherence and record compliance levels.

Smoking Status

Directs clinicians to document the patient’s smoking history, including any related interventions or advice on smoking cessation.

Living Condition Factors

Captures details about environmental factors in the patient’s residence, such as mould, ventilation issues, or pet ownership, which may influence asthma control.

Alcohol Screening

Documents alcohol consumption patterns, supporting risk assessments and guiding appropriate counseling or interventions.

Childhood Wheeze/Asthma

Only shown for children

Occupation / Armed Forces Covenant Applicable

Records the patient’s employment status, occupation, and any association with the Armed Forces, ensuring relevant occupational or veteran-related health considerations are addressed.

Influenza Vaccination

Only shown for patients with vaccination outstanding

Influenza Vaccination (Confirmed)

Only shown for patients who have had vaccination

Managing Maintenance Therapy

Guides clinicians on adjusting maintenance therapy based on asthma control, with options for step-up or step-down adjustments as needed.

Consider a Reasonable Adjustment Digital Flag

Only shown for those who a RADF should be considered

Follow Up

Ensures comprehensive asthma review and future scheduling, including documentation of QOF-compliant components and follow-up appointments.

National Guidelines

Provides quick access to current NICE, BTS, and SIGN guidelines for evidence-based asthma care.

Conclusion

The Asthma Management Template is a valuable resource for delivering comprehensive asthma care. By using each section effectively, clinicians can ensure high standards of documentation and patient outcomes, aligned with current guidelines.