Transitioning Care from Pediatric to Adult Pulmonology: Ensuring Best Practices and Optimal Outcomes

This book addresses an unmet need in the care of adolescents and young adults with lung disease, focusing on transition from pediatric to adult care. It outlines general principles of transition care, explores psychosocial factors, and provides evidence-based information to navigate barriers and achieve successful outcomes. It is an ideal guide for pediatric and adult pulmonary providers and multidisciplinary care team members.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 169 pages
Publication date: 29 April 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This book is a valuable resource for healthcare professionals working with adolescents and young adults with lung disease, providing comprehensive guidance on transition care and addressing an unmet need in this population.
The increasing survival of young adults with childhood-onset pulmonary conditions is a testament to significant advancements in treatments and healthcare delivery. As children with chronic respiratory conditions survive longer, there is a pressing need for formalized transition programs to integrate adolescents and young adults into the adult model of care. This book aims to bridge knowledge gaps and facilitate the successful transition of these patients into adulthood.

The book adopts a comprehensive approach to transition care in pulmonary medicine, encompassing the following objectives:

Understanding the barriers and developmental challenges associated with transitioning from pediatric to adult care for patients with chronic childhood-onset pulmonary disease.

Exploring successful evidence-based transition models in pulmonary disease populations, focusing on key process and outcome measures for success.

Developing knowledge to design, implement, and measure a transition program based on evidence and expert opinion.

In the first section, the book provides an overview of general principles of transition care that apply to all patients, regardless of their underlying disease process. It outlines best practices for conducting necessary research in transition care.

The second section delves into psychosocial factors known to play a significant role in affecting transition outcomes. It explores parental support, psychological development, and socioeconomic factors that impact the transition process.

The final section outlines transition outcomes and best practices in specific respiratory diseases. The book highlights the challenges and barriers encountered by patients with chronic pulmonary disease, reviews model systems to understand the essentials of transition care, and provides practical guidance for healthcare professionals working with adolescents and young adults with lung disease.

This book is a valuable resource for healthcare professionals who specialize in adolescent and young adult lung disease. It offers comprehensive guidance on transition care, addressing an unmet need in this population. By providing a multidisciplinary approach, the book empowers healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care and support to patients throughout their transition journey.

Weight: 285g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030686901
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021