Patient discussions
Patient education is key to effective management, requiring a detailed explanation of the need for avoidance, environmental control, and work restrictions.[33]
Patients should stay as healthy and active as possible, stop active or passive smoking, and avoid environmental exposure to toxic fumes.
A professor of healthcare communication provides an overview of motivational interviewing.
Demonstration, with a professor of healthcare communication, of conducting a motivational interview with a patient about smoking cessation (part 1 of 2).
Demonstration, with a professor of healthcare communication, of conducting a motivational interview with a patient about smoking cessation (part 2 of 2).
Review risks and benefits of prednisolone therapy and the need for monitoring patients during the tapering course.
Regular holistic needs assessments should consider physical, psychological, social, or existential needs.[60] Offer palliative care as appropriate.
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