Abstract

Methods We adapted the pHLP from an adult LHP developed by the Canadian Network for Improved Outcomes in SLE (CaNIOS), by modifying the content and design to tailor to the needs of teens; and we then assessed acceptability through pilot testing and structured interviews. Patients with cSLE age 14-21 years recruited from three North American centers were instructed on the use of the pLHP. Transition readiness was assessed by a modified version of the California Healthy and Ready to Work Transition Health Care Guide, self-efficacy by a modified version of the Children’s Arthritis Self-Efficacy Scale, medication adherence by the MASRI, and SLE knowledge by a tool developed by the investigators. Baseline data is presented here.

Highlights

  • Childhood onset Lupus is a chronic condition that usually requires life-long care, and optimizing selfmanagement skills for youth with cSLE may improve health outcomes

  • From 2011 Pediatric Rheumatology Symposium sponsored by the American College of Rheumatology Miami, FL, USA. 2-5 June 2011

  • This project aims to evaluate the impact of an educational intervention with a pediatric SLE-specific health passport for transitioning youth with cSLE

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Improving transition readiness and quality of life (QOL) with a pediatric lupus health passport. Von Scheven5*, Lori B Tucker, Lakshmi N Moorthy, Erica F Lawson, Carolyn Neville, Deborah DaCosta, Paul R Fortin. From 2011 Pediatric Rheumatology Symposium sponsored by the American College of Rheumatology Miami, FL, USA. Purpose Childhood onset Lupus (cSLE) is a chronic condition that usually requires life-long care, and optimizing selfmanagement skills for youth with cSLE may improve health outcomes. This project aims to evaluate the impact of an educational intervention with a pediatric SLE-specific health passport (pLHP) for transitioning youth with cSLE

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