Pediatric Classes

Patient education classes are an important part of your experience at National Jewish Health. The classes will give you and your family the information and tools to manage your disease.

Plan to attend classes during your evaluation at National Jewish Health. The patient education classes are free for patients and family members. Patient Education classes meet in the Patient Education Room A01b. The classroom is located in the basement across the hall from the main elevator.

If you have additional questions, please call Ann Mullen, RN, MSN, AE-C, Patient Education Coordinator, at 303.398.1410.

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Monday

Pediatric Asthma and Exercise (1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.)
If your child is school age and has asthma you may find this class helpful. The class will cover the benefits of exercise, plus safe and appropriate exercise programs. Discussions will  include how asthma and asthma medications may affect sports.

Tuesday

What Makes Asthma Worse? (12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.)
What is happening in the lungs with asthma?  What makes asthma worse?  These questions will be discussed in this class.  Irritants, allergens, infections, weather changes, exercise and gastroesophageal reflux will be discussed.

Wednesday

Learning About Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema) (3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
Learn about the importance of “Soak and Seal” in this class.  Avoidance of things that make atopic dermatitis worse, daily skin care and managing worsening symptoms will be discussed.

Thursday

Asthma Medications and Self Management (9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.)
Correct medication technique is important. Asthma medications, side effects and correct techniques will be discussed. Monitoring asthma by assessing symptoms and using a peak flow meter with an Asthma Action Plan will also be discussed.