Asthma and the Active Child
Class description
This class is for parents and caregivers of children with asthma. Find out why all of your child's medicines are needed. Learn about asthma triggers, which inhalers work best and how to work with your child's school or day care.
This class is taught by nurse practitioners and pharmacists from Children's Hospital.
For class details, directions, and additional contact information, please see the class flyer (PDF 43KB).
Schedule
Date: May 7, 2008
Time: 7 to 9 p.m.
Fee
$15 per person; pre-registration required
Location
Children's Hospital - Main Campus, Room G-1027
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Frequently asked questions
What age ranges does this class cover?
Asthma and the Active Child focuses on infancy through adolescence.
Who should attend?
Asthma and the Active Child is open to parents (more than one can attend) and to all caregivers of children with asthma. During registration, please indicate how many people from your family will be attending.
What topics are covered?
This class covers medicines, medical advancements in asthma treatment, progression of asthma in children, allergies, environmental modifications, asthma management plans and assessing and preventing your child’s asthma attacks.
This class is taught by nurse practitioners and a pharmacist from Children’s Hospital and Regional Medical Center and the Pediatric Pulmonary Center at the University of Washington.
Can I bring my child to the class?
Because this class is focused on information for parents and caregivers, we strongly encourage that children do not attend. The content and the classroom situation are not designed for children.
Does the class fee cover one or two people?
There is only one class fee per family or caregiver. However, during registration please indicate how many people from your family will be attending.
How do I pay for the class?
The $15 fee is collected in the form of cash or check at the end of the class. The fee includes the cost of the "Living with Asthma" booklet that you will take home with you.
Scholarships are available on an as needed basis. Call (206) 987-2486, select option 2 and leave a message to get more information about a scholarship.
Snacks and refreshments will be provided.
Do Children’s employees receive a discount on this class?
Due to the low cost of this class, Children's employees do not receive a discount.
I have general questions about classes at Children’s.
Visit frequently asked questions or call (206) 987-2486.