Related Experiment Video
Updated: Aug 3, 2026

Using Continuous Data Tracking Technology to Study Exercise Adherence in Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Published on: November 9, 2013
A community-based health promotion project for persons with chronic respiratory disease
Abstract:
Enhancing people's capacity to cope with chronic conditions is a growing challenge for community health professionals. I describe a community-based support group for persons with chronic respiratory disease. The goal was to improve the quality of life of the participants by assisting them to cope and manage more effectively. The project employed the health promotion mechanisms of self-care and mutual aid. Follow-up revealed that the group participants found that they were able to cope more effectively in living with their chronic condition. This project may provide an effective model for health promotion interventions for persons with chronic conditions and disabilities.
Related Concept Videos
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Smoking is a primary risk factor for COPD, with over 80% of patients having a history of it. Patients typically experience progressive dyspnea or labored breathing, frequent coughing, and recurrent pulmonary infections. Many eventually succumb to respiratory failure, characterized by...
Pneumonia V: Nursing management and Prevention
The nurse must practice strict medical asepsis and adhere to infection control guidelines to minimize healthcare-associated infections.
Enhance airway patency
Position the patient correctly to facilitate drainage of the affected lung segments. Manual or mechanical percussion and vibration can also be employed.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease-I: Introduction
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease-V: Management
Smoking Cessation
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease-V: Nursing Management
Assessment
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease I: Introduction

