NHN Provider Resource Library

PULMONARY

Nebraska Health Network offers a number of educational resources to help advance our mission of delivering patient-centered, high-value care. 

PATIENT RESOURCE

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 guide helps patients understand COPD symptoms and provides resources to help them 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

Daily Self Check Series: COPD

Featured in our patient Daily Self Check Series, this educational handout helps patients conduct a daily self-check to monitor their condition. At-a-glance, they can see whether they are in the Green, Yellow or Red Zone and what the recommended next steps are. Available in English and Spanish.