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This chapter presents an in-depth analysis of the role of mobile apps in enhancing asthma patient education, underscoring their pivotal role in managing this chronic respiratory condition. Asthma requires consistent monitoring and informed self-management, challenges that mobile apps are uniquely positioned to address. These apps offer personalized care plans, enable real-time monitoring of symptoms and medication adherence, and foster increased patient engagement through interactive features. Key functionalities of these apps include symptom tracking, medication reminders, peak flow recording, and access to educational content such as inhaler technique videos and lifestyle modification advice. The chapter highlights the significant impact of these apps in improving asthma control, ensuring adherence to treatment plans, and reducing the frequency of emergency visits. It emphasizes how these digital tools empower patients with tailored information, enabling them to manage their condition proactively, thus enhancing their quality of life. Additionally, the chapter addresses the challenges and limitations of mobile health apps, such as digital literacy issues, accessibility for diverse populations, and the need to ensure content accuracy and reliability. It underscores the importance of designing these apps to be user-friendly for all, including those with disabilities or lower digital literacy, to avoid exacerbating healthcare disparities. The chapter explores future directions in mobile health technology, including the potential integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning for more personalized and responsive app experiences. It also discusses the promising integration of these apps with telehealth services, enhancing continuity of care and aligning educational content with therapeutic strategies. The potential of these apps to contribute to personalized medicine, offering education tailored to individual health behaviors and treatment responses, is also highlighted. In conclusion, the chapter asserts that mobile apps significantly advance asthma care, shifting the paradigm toward a more personalized, accessible, and effective approach to patient education and disease management. These innovations in healthcare technology signify a move toward a more patient-centered model, where individuals are empowered with the tools and knowledge to manage their asthma effectively.
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Ghozali, M.T. (2024). Innovations in Asthma Care: Efficacy of Mobile App-Assisted Patient Education in Promoting Asthma Self-Management. In: Bennett, G., Goodall, E. (eds) The Palgrave Encyclopedia of Disability. Palgrave Macmillan, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-40858-8_97-1
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