COPD-ES Questionnaire Based COPD Patients Management in Stable Phrase Improves Disease Group Classification

Area of Science:

• Pulmonary Medicine
• Health Education
• Patient-Reported Outcomes

Background:

• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a widespread, incurable condition necessitating continuous management.
• Suboptimal daily self-management of COPD contributes to increased healthcare use and diminished quality of life.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop and validate a 10-item COPD self-evaluation (COPD-ES) questionnaire.
• To assess the efficacy of the COPD-ES questionnaire in patient education for stable COPD.

Main Methods:

• A randomized controlled trial was conducted with stable COPD patients.
• The intervention group received monthly education using the COPD-ES questionnaire over six months.
• The control group did not receive the COPD-ES based education.

Main Results:

• The intervention group showed significant improvements in smoking cessation, medication adherence, and COPD knowledge.
• Patients in the intervention group experienced reduced COPD Assessment Test (CAT) scores, modified Medical Research Council (mMRC) grades, and fewer acute exacerbations.
• COPD group classification improved in the intervention group.

Conclusions:

• Patient-centered education utilizing the COPD-ES questionnaire is effective in enhancing COPD management.
• The COPD-ES questionnaire serves as a valuable tool for improving patient outcomes in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease care.