Promoting the health of people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: patients’ and carers’ views

September 28, 2010

Source: Journal of Clinical Nursing, February 2010, vol./is. 19/3-4, pages 564-73

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Date of publication: February 2010

Publication type: Article

In a nutshell: The study highlight gaps in patients’ and carers’ understanding of the potential role of health promotion in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and areas for intervention by health professionals. With the increase in smoking rates of women and predicted future increases in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, it is imperative that health professionals find effective ways to provide support and health promotive care for patients and families.

Length of publication:  1 page

Some important notes:  Please contact your local NHS Library for the full text of the article.  Follow this link to find your local NHS Library.  

Acknowledgement: Medline


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