COPD-X | D1.6 Social worker

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P: Prevent deterioration

D: Develop support

D1. Support team

D1.1 General Practitioner

D1.2 Other specialist physicians

D1.3 GP practice nurse/ nurse practitioner/ respiratory educator/ respiratory nurse

D1.4 Physiotherapist

D1.5 Occupational therapist

D1.6 Social worker

D1.7 Clinical psychologist/psychiatrist

D1.8 Speech pathologist/therapist

D1.9 Pharmacist

D1.10 Dietitian/Nutritionist

D1.11 Exercise physiologist

D1.12 Non-medical care agencies

D2. Multidisciplinary care plans

D3. Self-management

D4. Treat anxiety and depression

D5. Referral to a support group

D6. End-of-life issues

X: Manage eXacerbations

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References

Summary of changes in version 2.30

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D: Develop support

D1. Support team

D1.6 Social worker

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D1.6 Social worker

Social workers can provide counselling for patients and their carers, organisation of support services, respite and long- term care.

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COPD-X Plan - Version 2.30 - December 2011

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Top COPD-X Areas

C: Confirm diagnosis

O: Optimise function

X: Manage eXacerbations

P: Prevent deterioration

O1. Inhaled bronchodilators

D: Develop support network and self-management

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