How to Use ASTHMA IQ Page 1 © American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, Inc. 2008 All Rights Reserved ASTHMA IQ is divided into 2 sections: Patient Management and Practice … … Management. You can switch between Patient Management and Practice Management by clicking the buttons at the top of the ASTHMA IQ screen. This document describes how to use the features of both the Patient Management and Practice Management sections. Patient Management The main functions of Patient Management include:• Creating a patient …

How to Use ASTHMA IQ New Patient This is the New Patient page for creating a patient record. Notice that Patient ID number, Date of birth, Gender, and Race/Ethnicity are required. Privacy/Security The lock symbol at the top of the screen indicates that the Patient Information on this page is encrypted and kept separate from the rest of the patient record. No one will be able to see the identity of the patient except the clinician and authorized staff. Some clinicians may chose not to use the patient name as an identifier, so the patient name is not required. If name is not used, all patients will be identified by the Patient ID number. You are required to enter a unique Patient ID number for all patient records in ASTHMA IQ. Asthma/Allergy Information Date of diagnosis Asthma IQ is meant to be used for patients with a diagnosis of asthma. A patient receiving long-term control medication is an appropriate patient for ASTHMA IQ, even if the diagnosis of asthma is not confirmed. ….. List of Patient Visit Questions Lung Function & Therapy 1. Visit Information 2. Fractional Inhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO) 3. Spirometry Results** 4. Peak Flow Results** 5. Asthma Therapies at Start of Visit 6. Medication Adherence 7. Inhaler Technique Assessment 8. Symptoms Frequency* 9. Symptoms 10. Nighttime Awakenings Frequency* 11. Use of Rescue Inhaler* 12. Interference with Normal Activity* 13. Asthma Control Assessment 14. Exacerbation History* 15. Medication Side Effects Other Factors 16. Comorbidities 17. Allergens & Triggers 18. Influenza Vaccination 19. Smoking History 20. IgE Level Classification & New Therapy 21. Classify Severity (EPR-3 Guidelines Recommendations) - displays if patient is NOT on long-term control medications 22. Classify Control (EPR-3 Guidelines Recommendations) - displays if patient is on long-term control medications 23. Address Active Issues 24. Add/Change Therapies (EPR-3 Guidelines Recommendations) 25. Action Plan 26. Patient Education 27. Patient Followup (EPR-3 Guidelines Recommendations) 28. ICD-9 Code * Required to see the EPR-3 Guidelines Recommendations shown in questions #21 or 23, 23, 24, and 27. The questions related to the EPR-3 Guidelines have a light yellow background. ** Required for Asthma Severity Classification: FEV1 or FEV1/FVC ratio (ages 5 or older); Required for Asthma Control Classification: FEV1 or Peak Flow (ages 5 or older)

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