All Outputs (2)

Why is spirometry underused in the diagnosis of the breathless patient: a qualitative study (2011)
Journal Article
Roberts, N. J., Smith, S. F., & Partridge, M. R. (2011). Why is spirometry underused in the diagnosis of the breathless patient: a qualitative study. BMC Pulmonary Medicine, 11(1), Article 37. https://doi.org/10.1186/1471-2466-11-37

Background Use of spirometry is essential for the accurate diagnosis of respiratory disease but it is underused in both primary and specialist care. In the current study, we have explored the reasons for this underuse. Methods Five separate focu... Read More about Why is spirometry underused in the diagnosis of the breathless patient: a qualitative study.

Evaluation of a paper and electronic pictorial COPD action plan (2011)
Journal Article
Roberts, N., & Partridge, M. (2011). Evaluation of a paper and electronic pictorial COPD action plan. Chronic Respiratory Disease, 8(1), 31-40. https://doi.org/10.1177/1479972310382245

Personalised written action plans are increasingly regarded as an important component of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) self-management support and yet they may not be understood by those with limited literacy skills. This study was des... Read More about Evaluation of a paper and electronic pictorial COPD action plan.