Introduction We have previously developed a supported self-management programme
(SMP): Self-management Programme of Activity, Coping and Education for chronic …

Introduction National guidance for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) suggests
that self-management support be provided for patients. Our institution has developed a …

Studies of programmes of self-management support for chronic obstructive pulmonary
disease (COPD) have been inconclusive. The Self-Management Programme of Activity …

The aim of this study was to understand experiences of participation in a supported self-
management programme for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). There is a …

Purpose There is no independent standardized self-management approach available for
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The aim of this project was to develop and …

Background Better self management could improve quality of life (QoL) and reduce hospital
admissions in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), but the best way to promote it …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is one of the more disabling diseases and
the third cause of mortality worldwide. Self-management is considered an effective strategy …

Introduction The NHS Outcomes Strategy for COPD has identified self-management as an
approach targeted at reducing the impact of COPD. 1 Previous self-management …

Background With the growing burden of COPD and associated morbidity and mortality, a
need for self-management has been identified. The Self-management Programme of …

The COPE self-management programme, including a self-management education course,
self-treatment of exacerbations and a fitness programme, appeared to have no significant …