Factors Influencing Self-Management of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease by Community-Dwelling Adults
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
6-2020
Publisher
SAGE
Source Publication
Western Journal of Nursing Research
Source ISSN
0193-9459
Original Item ID
DOI: 10.1177/0193945919865532
Abstract
Individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) struggle with effective self-management, contributing to poor health outcomes and costly health care. More research is needed to understand the factors influencing COPD self-management better in order to improve outcomes and reduce health care costs for those living with this prevalent chronic illness. The purpose of this article is to describe factors influencing community-dwelling adults’ COPD self-management. In-depth interviews were conducted with 28 people living with COPD. Braun and Clarke’s thematic analysis approach was used to analyze interview data, and it resulted in the identification of themes providing insight into COPD self-management as described by those living with the disease. Specifically, factors impacting engagement in treatment recommendations are described. These findings have implications for informing evidence-based recommendations for self-management support and improving the quality of care provided to those with COPD.
Recommended Citation
Bauer, Wendy S. and Schiffman, Rachel F., "Factors Influencing Self-Management of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease by Community-Dwelling Adults" (2020). College of Nursing Faculty Research and Publications. 1020.
https://epublications.marquette.edu/nursing_fac/1020
Comments
Western Journal of Nursing Research, Vol. 42, No. 6 (June 2020): 423-430. DOI.