GOLD recommendations on managing stable COPD
Non-pharmacological treatment
After receiving a diagnosis of COPD a patient should be given further information about the condition. Physicians should emphasize the importance of a smoke free environment, prescribe vaccinations, empower adherence to prescribed medication, ensure proper inhaler technique, promote physical activity and refer patients (GOLD B and GOLD E) to pulmonary rehabilitation
Non-pharmacological management of COPD*
Patient Group | Essential | Recommended | Depending on local guidelines |
A | Smoking cessation (can include pharmacological treatment) | Physical activity | Flu vaccination COVID-19 vaccination Pneumococcal vaccination Pertussis vaccination Shingles vaccination RSV vaccination |
B and E | Smoking cessation (can include pharmacological treatment) Pulmonary rehabilitation | Physical activity | Flu vaccination COVID-19 vaccination Pneumococcal vaccination Pertussis vaccination Shingles vaccination RSV vaccination |
* Can include pharmacological treatment
Pharmacological
Figures 3.2, 3.7 and 3.9 can be access through the Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD). Global Strategy for the Diagnosis, Management, and Prevention of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. 2024 Report.
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