Managing malnutrition in COPD
Advice on the risk of malnutrition in patients with COPD and managing nutrition appropriately; includes a pathway on oral nutritional supplements.
NICE asthma guideline: diagnosis and monitoring
A concise summary on the initial assessment, diagnosis, and monitoring of asthma in adults, young people, and children. Includes assessment algorithms.
GOLD COPD 2020 strategy
A clear and concise summary of GOLD’s 2020 strategy on COPD diagnosis, management, and prevention. Includes COPD assessment and treatment algorithms.
NICE antibiotics for COPD exacerbations guideline
This concise summary covers what to be aware of when considering antimicrobials for an acute exacerbation of COPD to avoid unnecessary prescribing.
SIGN and BTS management of asthma in adults guideline
A concise summary of the 2019 BTS/SIGN guidance on the management of asthma in adults. Features a diagnosis and pharmacological management algorithm.
Educational resources
Practical management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in primary care
Jane Scullion provides a nurse’s perspective on practical management of COPD
Non-pharmacological interventions for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Jane Scullion discusses the non-pharmacological interventions that should be offered before starting inhaled therapies
Optimal bronchodilation for management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Dr Steve Holmes discusses the key changes to the NICE recommendations for the management of COPD
Asthma guidance update
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