Discharge bundles, comprising evidence-based practices to be implemented prior to
discharge, aim to optimise patient outcomes. They have been recommended to address …

Introduction Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the third-leading cause of
death globally and is responsible for over 3 million deaths annually. One of the factors …

Importance Pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) after exacerbation of chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD) is effective in reducing COPD hospitalizations and mortality …

Rationale: Despite the benefits of pulmonary rehabilitation in chronic obstructive pulmonary
disease (COPD), many patients do not access or complete pulmonary rehabilitation, and …

Background Acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) lead to
a significant reduction in quality of life and an increased mortality risk. Current guidelines …

Rationale: Pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) remains substantially underused as a treatment
modality for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). A major barrier to the uptake of …

Background and Aims Air trapping is a predictive index for a decline in lung function and
mortality in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, the role …

Introduction Tele-pulmonary rehabilitation is increasingly advocated but cannot completely
substitute for in-person services for chronic conditions. Adherence to Pulmonary …

Purpose This study aims to identify the effects of patient and clinical therapy factors on the
length of hospital stay (LOS) for admission due to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease …

Preface Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a common disease associated
with significant morbidity and mortality that is both preventable and treatable. However, a …