Study on correlation between life quality and family adaptability and cohesion in children with asthma / 重庆医科大学学报

ABSTRACT

Objective:To explore correlation between life quality and their family adaptability and cohesion in children with asthma ,in order to provide scientific basis for improving their life qualities.Methods:Pediatric asthma quality of life questionnaire(PAQLQ) and family adaptability and cohesion scale(FACESII-CV) were used to evaluate 60 caregivers of asthmatic children.Results:There was a significantly positive inter-relationship between the life quality of children with asthma and their family adaptability and cohesion.Conclusion:In order to improve the life quality of children with asthma,we should promote their family adaptability and cohesion,encourage family members to participate therapy plan decision and provide family centered care in addition to routine medical treatment.