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• Published Subscription 20 Dec 2023

  A Descriptive Study to Assess the Burden Level Among Caregivers of COPD Patients Admitted in the Medical Wards of Sub-District Hospital, Sopore, Jammu and Kashmir

  By Shahnaz Ali, Noorul Amin

  Abstract: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) encompasses a range of respiratory conditions characterized by airway blockage and alveolar damage, often triggered by prolonged exposure to harmful chemicals. The prevalent manifestations include emphysema and chronic bronchitis, with breathlessness as a key clinical symptom leading to additional challenges such as airway limitation, sputum formation, and coughing. Caregivers play a crucial role in providing quality care to COPD patients, particularly in regions like Jammu …

  Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 18–25 Read article →