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Pulmonary rehabilitation for the elderly.

R Paine, B J Make

    Clinics in Geriatric Medicine
    |May 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary

    Pulmonary rehabilitation programs, regardless of size, require a structured system for patient evaluation, goal setting, education, and ongoing support. Individual practitioners can integrate key elements into their practice to address patient concerns comprehensively.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pulmonary Medicine
    • Rehabilitation Science

    Background:

    • Pulmonary rehabilitation programs vary in size and composition depending on the clinical setting and patient volume.
    • Effective programs require a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, therapists, and dietitians, though smaller teams can also be effective.
    • Pulmonary rehabilitation can be delivered in outpatient, group, or inpatient settings.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline the essential components of a successful pulmonary rehabilitation program.
    • To emphasize the need for a systematic approach to patient care within these programs.
    • To provide guidance for individual practitioners on incorporating rehabilitation elements into their practice.

    Main Methods:

    • The abstract describes the structural and functional elements of pulmonary rehabilitation programs.
    • It highlights the importance of patient evaluation, goal setting, education, reinforcement, and intervention strategies.
    • It also discusses adapting rehabilitation principles in resource-limited settings.

    Main Results:

    • A well-defined system is crucial for effective pulmonary rehabilitation, encompassing thorough evaluation, goal setting, patient education, skill reinforcement, and management of exacerbations.
    • Even with limited resources, individual practitioners can incorporate essential rehabilitation elements by understanding and addressing patient-specific daily life impacts of COPD.
    • Referral to larger centers is an option when intensive programs are not feasible.

    Conclusions:

    • Pulmonary rehabilitation requires a systematic approach tailored to patient needs and available resources.
    • Flexibility in program structure and team composition is key to successful implementation.
    • Individual practitioners play a vital role in delivering comprehensive care for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

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