Related Concept Videos
01:11Guidelines for Writing Outcome
3.8K
When developing expected outcomes for a patient care plan, the nurse should adhere to the following recommendations:
Patient outcomes reflect the patient's response to the goal rather than what the nurse aims to achieve. Terminology should be observable and measurable to avoid the reader's interpretation. The desired outcome should be realistic and achievable in the designated care timeframe. Expected outcomes should align with adjunctive therapies. The outcome should enhance care...
Patient outcomes reflect the patient's response to the goal rather than what the nurse aims to achieve. Terminology should be observable and measurable to avoid the reader's interpretation. The desired outcome should be realistic and achievable in the designated care timeframe. Expected outcomes should align with adjunctive therapies. The outcome should enhance care...
3.8K
01:26COPD: Management Using Bronchodilators and Corticosteroids
1.2K
Chronic obstructive pulmonary isease (COPD) involves a group of progressive lung disorders characterized by persistent airflow limitation and chronic respiratory symptoms. Asthma-COPD Overlap Syndrome (ACOS), encompassing features of both asthma and Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), is a group of progressive lung disorders that includes chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and refractory (non-reversible) asthma. ACOS leads to complex clinical presentations that combine the inflammatory...
1.2K
01:24Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
3.0K
COPD is defined as a heterogeneous lung condition marked by persistent respiratory symptoms such as dyspnea, cough, and sputum production, caused by abnormalities in the airways that cause airflow obstruction.
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...
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...
3.0K
01:20Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease-I: Introduction
4.0K
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a long-lasting respiratory condition requiring continuous attention and care. It is a progressive lung disease that leads to breathing challenges due to airflow obstruction. It manifests as persistent respiratory symptoms and restricted airflow resulting from abnormalities in the airways and alveoli, usually due to long-term exposure to harmful particles or gases. COPD mainly consists of two primary conditions: emphysema and chronic bronchitis.
4.0K
01:29Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease-V: Management
3.3K
Managing Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) involves a multifaceted approach to reduce symptoms, prevent exacerbations, improve overall health status, and slow disease progression. Key strategies include lifestyle modifications, pharmacotherapy, supportive therapies, and, in some cases, surgery. Here is an overview of the primary COPD management strategies:
Smoking Cessation
Smoking Cessation
3.3K
01:30Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease-V: Nursing Management
5.4K
Nursing management of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is crucial for providing thorough care and support to patients. Nurses play an integral role in this process through detailed assessment, careful planning, targeted interventions, and ongoing evaluation. Here's an overview of the critical steps in nursing management for COPD.
Assessment
Assessment
5.4K
You might also read
Related Articles
Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.
Sort by
Same author
Factors Associated With Intention to Undergo Colonoscopy Reexamination Based on Pender's Health Promotion Model: A Cross-Sectional Study.
Gastroenterology nursing : the official journal of the Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates·2026
Same author
Development of a Machine-Learning Model for Predicting Postoperative Complication Occurrence After Radical Gastrectomy Using Electronic Medical Records.
Computers, informatics, nursing : CIN·2026
Related Experiment Video
Updated: May 1, 2026
09:42
Using Continuous Data Tracking Technology to Study Exercise Adherence in Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Published on: November 9, 2013
14.7K
Patient outcomes according to COPD action plan adherence.
Ja Yun Choi1, Hyang-In Cho Chung, Geunhye Han
1College of Nursing, Chonnam National University, Gwangju, South Korea.
Journal of Clinical Nursing
|July 13, 2013
Summary
Adhering to a Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) action plan improves patient knowledge and reduces hospital visits and symptoms of anxiety and depression. Enhanced COPD action plan education can improve patient self-management and health outcomes.
More Related Videos
Area of Science:
- Pulmonary Medicine
- Patient Self-Management
- Health Outcomes Research
Background:
- Conflicting evidence exists regarding the impact of COPD action plans on patient outcomes.
- Limited descriptive data is available on COPD action plan adherence and its effects.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess pulmonary function, hospital visits, COPD knowledge, anxiety/depression levels, and HRQoL based on COPD action plan adherence.
- To identify relationships between COPD action plan adherence and key patient health indicators in Korean COPD patients.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional descriptive study involving 126 Korean patients with COPD.
- Utilized validated questionnaires to measure COPD action plan adherence, knowledge, anxiety, depression, and HRQoL.
Main Results:
- COPD action plan adherence positively correlated with COPD knowledge.
- Higher adherence was associated with fewer unplanned hospital visits and lower levels of anxiety and depression.
Conclusions:
- Good adherence to COPD action plans is linked to better health outcomes.
- Healthcare providers should emphasize COPD action plan components in self-management programs.
- Targeted education, including written guidelines, can enhance COPD self-management.