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Functional performance in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

N K Leidy1

  • 1Laboratory for the Study of Human Responses to Health and Illness, National Institute of Nursing Research, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, Maryland 20892, USA.

Image--The Journal of Nursing Scholarship
|January 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Understanding functional performance in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is crucial. This review synthesizes research on COPD functional performance, identifying gaps for future nursing practice and study.

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Area of Science:

  • Respiratory Medicine
  • Rehabilitation Science
  • Nursing Research

Background:

  • Functional performance is key for adaptation and clinical outcomes in chronic illness.
  • The concept of functional performance is not well understood in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
  • Existing research uses varied terminology (functional status, quality of life) and methods, leading to disarray.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize existing research on functional performance in individuals with COPD.
  • To identify areas of clarity and confusion within the current body of knowledge.
  • To propose new directions for nursing research and practice concerning functional performance in COPD.

Main Methods:

  • Literature synthesis of studies on functional performance in COPD patients.

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  • Analysis of terminology, instruments, and predictors used in functional performance research.
  • Identification of inconsistencies and gaps in the existing research.

    • Main Results:

    • Significant variability in terminology and measurement of functional performance in COPD research.
    • Lack of a unified understanding of the factors influencing functional performance in COPD.
    • Absence of literature synthesis for nursing research and practice.

    Conclusions:

    • A comprehensive review is needed to clarify functional performance in COPD.
    • Standardized terminology and methods are essential for future research.
    • New research and practice guidelines are required to improve patient outcomes.