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LiveWell COPD Program
Who is it for
People with COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Patients should have a COPD diagnosis confirmed by spirometry.
Goals
The program works closely with the client and family physician:
To optimize management and improve the quality of life for COPD patients and their families.
To assist clients to take control of their COPD.
To manage their symptoms and decrease complications.
To help avoid emergency room visits and hospital admissions.
To design and implement a plan of action for each client. (improve their self-management)
Service
This program follows best evidence guidelines and includes education, exercise and self-management support.
Education topics include:
- Antibiotics
- Smoking Cessation
- Energy Conservation
- Medication
- Exercise
- Coping
- Travel & Recreation
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- Nutrition
- Sexuality
- Living Well
- Breathing Techniques
- Oxygen Therapy
A plan of action is addressed at each visit. It includes a medical prescription completed by the family physician to assist clients in the management of their COPD.
Patients also receive:
- Handout on Healthy Eating for People with COPD
- Breathworks Fact Sheets & Plans
Referrals to the Pulmonary Rehabilitation program are provided with the family physician's approval and patient consent.
Additional
The LiveWell COPD program partners with the Lung Association and also works closely with the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program. The team includes COPD nurse clinicians, physical and exercise therapists, dietitians, the client's family physician and respirologist (when indicated).
How to Register:
Physician referral. Phone 655-LIVE (655-5483) for a referral form.
Cost
Free
Schedule
Appointment based
Location
- Saskatoon SK Hospitals
- Saskatoon Field House, 2020 College Drive, Saskatoon SK
- Confederation Mall, 300 Confederation Drive, Saskatoon SK
- Shaw Centre,
122 Bowlt Crescent, Saskatoon SK
Contact
655-LIVE (655-5483) (phone)
655-6758 (fax)
Rural Central Booking: 1-866-923-9953
1-877-LIVE-898 (1-877-548-3898) (LiveWell toll free phone) |
