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Recognising dysfunctional breathing in asthma consultations

26 September 2007

Nursing Standard

Art & Science

There is a high prevalence of dysfunctional breathing among patients diagnosed with asthma, so it is important that health professionals are aware of its effects....

Delivering oxygen therapy to acutely breathless adults

07 May 2008

Nursing Standard

Art & Science

Oxygen is a chemical element making up approximately 21% of the atmosphere. It is essential in enabling the body to carry out the metabolic processes required to...

A practical approach to breathing control in primary care

09 July 2008

Nursing Standard

Art & Science

Breathlessness is a common but complex symptom which has a wide range of causes and presentations. Living with breathlessness can have a considerable impact on a...

Home oxygen therapy – changes to service delivery

01 December 2005

Primary Health Care

Care

The demand for home oxygen therapy services continues to rise at a rate which significantly exceeds the availability of resources. The Royal College of Physicians...

Pulmonary rehabilitation in primary care: an opportunity for patients and professionals

01 April 2005

Primary Health Care

Care

In 2003 the British Lung Foundation presented a petition to the government highlighting the inequalities between the availability of and the demand for pulmonary...