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[Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: somato-psychological dimensions]
Aude Mazet-Carpentier1, Zeev Maoz2, Jean-Luc Sudres3
1Collège de l'Alaric, 11700 Capendu, France.
Revue De L'Infirmiere
|December 12, 2022
Summary
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) significantly impacts quality of life due to under-diagnosed psychological conditions. Multidisciplinary management, including therapeutic education, is crucial for patient well-being and reducing re-hospitalization.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Psychology
- Public Health
Context:
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a leading global cause of mortality.
- Significant psychological comorbidities, including anxiety and depression, are prevalent in COPD patients.
- These psychological issues are often under-diagnosed, negatively affecting patient quality of life and healthcare utilization.
Purpose:
- To highlight the impact of psychological comorbidities on COPD patient outcomes.
- To emphasize the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in managing COPD.
- To underscore the value of therapeutic patient education in comprehensive COPD care.
Summary:
- COPD management requires a multidisciplinary strategy focused on preventing complications, alleviating symptoms, and slowing disease progression.
- Psychological comorbidities associated with COPD are frequently overlooked but significantly impact quality of life and re-hospitalization rates.
- Therapeutic education for COPD patients is a valuable component of multidisciplinary care, enhancing patient outcomes.
Impact:
- Improved understanding of the link between psychological health and COPD exacerbations.
- Enhanced patient quality of life through integrated mental and physical healthcare approaches.
- Potential reduction in healthcare costs associated with COPD re-hospitalizations through better patient management and education.
Keywords:
anxietyanxiétébronchopneumopathie chronique obstructivechronic obstructive pulmonary diseasedepressiondépressionquality of lifequalité de viesoin de supportsupportive careMore Related Videos
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