Source: Health Education Journal, March 2009, 68(1) pages 26-33
Date of publication: 2009
Publication type: Journal article
In a nutshell: Patients with COPD were asked about non-invasive ventilation [NIV], early discharge schemes and rehabilitation. Their views were sought to inform recommendations for the delivery of care within a national programme of hospital COPD service development in 4 locations across the UK. This report has identified a lack of knowledge amongst the majority of patients consulted about recent key NHS medical and service developments. At a group level this impairs the contributions that patients may make to forming service profiles. At an individual level, lack of prior knowledge places patients in a vulnerable position when admitted to hospital and asked to make informed decisions about their care.
Length of publication: 8 pages
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Acknowledgement: CINAHL
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