COPD Teaching 2454
Instructed patient about breathing tips for people with COPD get fresh air, try to avoid other things that can bother your lungs, too. Stay inside on days when you know pollution or pollen is bad. Stay away from fumes and dust, exercise it can be hard to move when you can’t catch your breath. But regular exercise can improve your endurance and strengthen the muscles that help you breathe. Ask your doctor which exercises are right for you, eat healthy food you're probably using more energy to help you breathe. A well-rounded diet will give you the strength you need to stay active and healthy. Patient verbalized understanding.
Reviewed October 2019
Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.
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