Asthma Control Test Questionnaire

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Asthma Control Test

During the past 4 weeks, how often did your asthma prevent you from getting as much done at work, school or home?
During the past 4 weeks, how often have you had shortness of breath?
During the past 4 weeks, how often did your asthma symptoms (wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, chest tightness or pain) wake you up at night or earlier than usual in the morning?
During the past 4 weeks, how often have you used your reliever inhaler (usually the blue inhaler) or nebuliser medication?
How would you rate your asthma control during the past 4 weeks?

Your score is 25 – well done

Your asthma appears to have been under control over the last 4 weeks.

However, if you are experiencing any problems with your asthma, you should see your doctor or nurse.

Your score is 20 to 24 – on target

Your asthma appears to have been reasonably well controlled during the past 4 weeks.

However, if you are experiencing symptoms, your doctor or nurse may be able to help you.

Your score is less than 20 – off target

Your asthma may not have been controlled during the past 4 weeks.

Your doctor or nurse can recommend an asthma action plan to help improve your asthma control.

Additional Questions

An exacerbation is where your symptoms got worse, your reliever did not help and you needed to seek medical attention
Please note that your answers will not be seen immediately and you should direct any urgent queries to your healthcare team
What is your smoking status?

Please ensure you have booked an asthma review with a GP during the month of your birthday.