Internet-Based and Established Dyspnea Self-Management Programs in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Patients
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease focused on measuring Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, Pulmonary Disease, chronic obstructive, Lung disease, obstructive, Self-care, Self-management, Patient education
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Diagnosis of COPD, clinically stable for 1 month; Spirometry results showing at least mild disease (FEV1/FVC < 70% and FEV1 < 80% predicted after bronchodilator); ADL limited by dyspnea; Ability to speak English and sign consent form; Actively use computer and the Internet; Maintain O2 saturation > 85% on < 6 L/min of nasal oxygen during the six minute walk; Understands and is able to rate shortness of breath during exercise Exclusion Criteria: Active symptomatic illness other than COPD; Formal pulmonary rehabilitation training in the past 6 months
Sites / Locations
- University of California
- University of Washington