Hospital Admissions for Asthma

Hospital Admissions for Asthma

๐Ÿฅ Hospital Admissions for Asthma

This component captures information about asthma-related emergency attendances or hospital admissions since the last clinical review. It supports risk stratification, care planning, and identification of poorly controlled asthma.


๐Ÿงญ When Will I See This?

  • During any structured asthma review

  • If the template identifies no previous admission record for the current review period

  • As part of the History & Control section


๐Ÿ“‹ What To Record



Field
Purpose
Emergency asthma-related visitTick and record the date if the patient attended A&E or urgent care for asthma symptoms
Emergency asthma admissionTick and date if the patient was admitted to hospital for asthma
Optional CommentsBrief notes on cause, treatment outcome, or follow-up needed (if relevant)

๐Ÿง  Why This Matters

  • A&E visits and hospital admissions indicate poor control or inadequate self-management

  • May trigger review of inhaler technique, adherence, or escalation of treatment

  • Supports QOF, LES, and personalised care plan reviews

  • May be used in local asthma incentive schemes or risk stratification tools

๐Ÿ“˜ Frequent or recent hospital contacts should trigger review of the Self-Management Plan and Step-Up Therapy components


๐Ÿ’ฌ Suggested Questions to Ask

  • โ€œHave you had to go to A&E or hospital because of your asthma since we last saw you?โ€

  • โ€œWhat happened during that visit?โ€

  • โ€œHave you felt more out of control recently?โ€


By capturing this data, clinicians can better assess risk, justify treatment changes, and support patients with high-acuity needs.

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