Methods |
RCT with 3 months ' follow‐up to eval u ate the effect of e ducation and teleconsultancy i ntervention based on Watson human care theory on self‐efficacy and quality of life of i ndividuals with COPD |
Participants |
74 participants with COPD randomised to intervention or control |
Interventions |
Education, counselling , nursing care , and education booklet based on Watson h uman care theory; fixed teleconsultation appointments at 2, 4, 6, 8, and 10 weeks; 24‐hour teleconsultat ion if request ed by the individual |
Outcomes |
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Self‐Efficacy Scale , SGRQ, FVC, FEV ₁, FEV ₁ /FVC, number of hospitalisations |
Notes |
Additional details regarding intervention required to determine eligibility |