Abstract
Treatment elements of rehabilitation and palliative care are described in relation to the main clinical manifestations of severe and very severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). With increasing loss of function the need for multidisciplinary effort increases. Physiotherapy, occupational therapy and medical treatment are adjusted to the improvement of the current quality of life with new treatment goals and decision on cessation of treatment including oxygen without subjective effect. Palliation with end-of-life discussion must be integrated in COPD rehabilitation programmes especially for patients with frequent exacerbations.
| Translated title of the contribution | Rehabilitation and palliative care of patients with severe COPD must be integrated |
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| Original language | Danish |
| Journal | Ugeskrift for Laeger |
| Volume | 175 |
| Issue number | 18 |
| Pages (from-to) | 1277-80 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| ISSN | 0041-5782 |
| Publication status | Published - 29 Apr 2013 |
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