title: A systematic review of complementary and alternative medicine for asthma self-management.
abstract: This article is a systematic review of complementary and alternative medicine use for pediatric and adult asthma self-management. The aim of the review was to summarize the existing body of research regarding the types and patterns of, adverse events and risky behaviors associated with, and patient-provider communication about complementary therapies in asthma. This evidence serves as the basis for a series of recommendations in support of patient-centered care, which addresses both patient preferences for integrated treatment and patient safety.
authors: Department of Family and Community Health, University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, 418 Curie Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA. mgeorge@nursing.upenn.edu
authors: Maureen
authors: M
authors: George
authors: Maxim
authors: M
authors: Topaz
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001249:Asthma / Q000628:therapy*; D002648:Child; D000529:Complementary Therapies; D006801:Humans; D018802:Patient-Centered Care / Q000379:methods*; D012648:Self Care / Q000379:methods*; D014481:United States