NHN Patient Resource Library
PULMONARY
Nebraska Health Network offers a number of educational resources to help you proactively manage your health.
PATIENT RESOURCES
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Patient Guide
COPD refers to a group of diseases that cause lung damage resulting in airflow blockage and breathing-related problems. This patient guide helps you understand COPD symptoms and provides resources to help you manage the condition including step-by-step guides to common interventions including:
- Pursed-lip breathing
- Breathing from the diaphragm
- Effective coughing
- Good eating habits
- Exercise