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Pulmonary Illness
COPD: Take Control
| Catalog #: | PD-31 |
|---|---|
| Duration: | 12 minutes |
| Format(s): |    |
| Language(s): | English or Spanish |
Summary
This video explains to patients what COPD is and how it affects their breathing. Self-care skills such as quitting smoking, using medications as prescribed, oxygen therapy, and knowing when to contact the healthcare provider are shown. Diaphragmatic breathing, and pursed lip breathing are explained and demonstrated. Positive lifestyle changes are introduced. Following these self-care skills will help patients manage their COPD so they can stay out of the hospital.