Managing Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a slow, progressive illness and the number of people it affects is growing each year - in particular smokers.

The care and management of people with COPD involves all members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure they receive a comprehensive package of care.

This book is designed to follow the patients' journey from diagnosis through to end of life and include the role each member of the multidisciplinary team plays in their treatment and care.

It will review the pathophysiology of the respiratory system and the impact on the rest of the body and discuss the types of diagnostic tests that can be used to determine the patient's diagnosis.

Treatment and rehabilitation is also covered, while the latest guidelines and research are presented the best evidence-based care provision for patients.

Written by members of the multidisciplinary team, it is aimed at both nurses and therapists.

It will include the patient's point of view. It has emphasis on the psychosocial effects of having COPD, and includes palliative care.