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.

Comments

Western Journal of Nursing Research, Vol. 42, No. 6 (June 2020): 423-430. DOI.

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