Study tool
QOL was assessed in children and their caregivers using mPAQLQ and
PACQLQ respectively13. [Annexure 3,4] mPAQLQ
contains total 13 questions in three domains (6 for symptoms, 3 for
activity limitations and 4 for emotions). Each questions was answered on
a scale of 1- 7 (1 is worse and 7 is best). Similarly, caregivers’
questionnaire contained total 13 questions in two domains (4 for
activity limitations and 9 for emotions) which were also answered on 7
point scale. Mean of each domain was taken in patients and their
caregivers and compared with disease severity and chronicity.
Association of quality of life of children and caregiver with disease
(AR/ Asthma) severity and chronicity using parametric and non-parametric
statistical tools was seen. The questionnaires were used according to
the mother tongue of the caregiver interviewed.