'I'm fine!': Assertions of lack of support need among patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: A mixed-methods study.

A Carole GardenerCaroline MooreMorag FarquharGail EwingEfthalia MassouRobbie Duschinsky

Published in: Chronic illness (2021)

This study identified patients with COPD who disavow their support needs, but who also desire more GP contact. GPs report finding these patients challenging to engage.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
newly diagnosed
ejection fraction
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
chronic kidney disease
air pollution
peritoneal dialysis
prognostic factors
lung function