Preserving Pulmonary Function: A Palliative Intervention

Morbidity and mortality rates from advanced symptomatic pulmonary disease (APD) is a global concern. Of the 10 leading causes of death worldwide, 3 are pulmonary conditions. Ensuring accurate diagnosis and differentiating between obstructive and restrictive airways disease determines optimal patient outcomes. Palliative interventions offer aggressive symptom management, reducing incidence of exacerbation and hospitalization, preserving pulmonary function, and maintaining physical function. APD patients have a complex set of issues requiring an interdisciplinary team.

Source: The Journal for Nurse Practitioners - July 3, 2019 Category: Nursing Authors: Kim K. Kuebler Tags: Featured Article Source Type: research