COPD: Patient Teaching

• What is a technique to reduce trapped air in COPD patients?

  Pursed lip breathing
• How does pursed lip breathing help COPD patients?

  It reduces trapped air in the lungs
• Which vaccines are important for COPD patients?

  Pneumonia, COVID, & influenza vaccines
• Why should COPD patients receive pneumonia, COVID, and influenza vaccines?

  To prevent respiratory infections
• What is a recommended action for COPD patients regarding smoking?

  Promote smoking cessation
• Why is smoking cessation important for COPD patients?

  It helps slow disease progression
• What is a common treatment for COPD patients at home?

  Home oxygen use
• How does home oxygen use benefit COPD patients?

  It improves oxygen levels in the blood
• What program should COPD patients be referred to for better management?

  Pulmonary rehab program
• What is the purpose of a pulmonary rehab program for COPD patients?

  To improve lung function and quality of life
• What type of condition is described as chronic, progressive, and disabling?

  A chronic, progressive, disabling condition
• What are the significant impacts of a chronic condition over time?

  Significant impacts to activities of daily living (ADLs)
• What might a chronic condition lead to over time?

  It may lead to respiratory failure
• What does the progression of a chronic condition suggest regarding patient care?

  It suggests the need to discuss treatment options