Renee is working with an adult patient newly diagnosed with asthma. She has just explained how to use a peak flow meter at home,

Renee is working with an adult patient newly diagnosed with asthma. She has just explained how to use a peak flow meter at home, and the patient’s ‘normal’ peak flow volume was identified. As Renee explains the asthma action plan the pulmonologist has orderd, the patient begins to look confused. He asks, “Why can’t I just call or come in if I don’t feel good? Why do I need to bother with the asthma action plan?” What might be the benefits to the patient of using the asthma action plan? How might you respond to his question and discuss how would you handle the situation?