Positions to Ease Breathlessness

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, Julie Burkin1, Catherine Moffat1 and Anna Spathis1 (1) Department of Palliative Care, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK   Abstract Positioning improves the efficiency and effectiveness of both primary and…

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An Approach to the Breathless Patient

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, Julie Burkin1, Catherine Moffat1 and Anna Spathis1 (1) Department of Palliative Care, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK   Abstract The practical management of chronic intractable breathlessness requires a multifaceted…

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Breathing Techniques for Breathlessness

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, Julie Burkin1, Catherine Moffat1 and Anna Spathis1 (1) Department of Palliative Care, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK   Abstract Breathing techniques are most commonly used in combination with positioning…

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Exercise and Activity Promotion

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, Julie Burkin1, Catherine Moffat1 and Anna Spathis1 (1) Department of Palliative Care, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK   Abstract Regular exercise and activity has been proven to improve breathlessness…

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Anxiety Management

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, Julie Burkin1, Catherine Moffat1 and Anna Spathis1 (1) Department of Palliative Care, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK   Abstract The association between anxiety and breathlessness is well documented. Indeed…

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The Genesis and Assessment of Breathlessness

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, Julie Burkin1, Catherine Moffat1 and Anna Spathis1 (1) Department of Palliative Care, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK   Abstract The successful management of any symptom requires an understanding of…

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Energy Conservation

Jun 23, 2017 by in CARDIOLOGY Comments Off on Energy Conservation

, Julie Burkin1, Catherine Moffat1 and Anna Spathis1 (1) Department of Palliative Care, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK   Abstract There are few research studies to demonstrate the benefits of…

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Supporting Carers

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, Julie Burkin1, Catherine Moffat1 and Anna Spathis1 (1) Department of Palliative Care, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK   Abstract There are a number of studies which explore the lived…

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Care Towards the End of Life for the Breathless Patient

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, Julie Burkin1, Catherine Moffat1 and Anna Spathis1 (1) Department of Palliative Care, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK   Abstract Coping with breathlessness towards the end of life can be…

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