An action program on energy conservation and work simplification techniques for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients

Date of Completion

1996

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Keywords

Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive, Occupational Safety

Abstract

This descriptive study was conducted because we believe that COPD patients should not be limited from doing their activities of daily living because of their disease and to make these patients more functional in society by incorporating energy conservation and work simplification techniques by breaking down complex tasks into simpler and easier ones that require less energy expenditure on the part of the patients. As more COPD patients become aware of these techniques we can say that the program can improve and add further knowledge in fulfilling the community based rehabilitation program. This study on energy conservation and work simplification is part of the program of DLSU-HSC College of PT in bringing health care to remote areas and by providing people in these areas with a simple training program on energy conservation and work simplification which they can use in their everyday life. Self-made questionnaire was distributed to 15 respondents were COPD patients in Sitio Buwisan, Brgy. Langkaan, Dasmariñas, Cavite chosen through simple quota sampling. The survey instrument used pre-test and post-test questionnaires and translated into Tagalog. Data were gathered and interpreted using standard deviation and T-test. The author arrived at a conclusion that the training Program on Energy Conservation and Work simplification Techniques was effective in increasing the knowledge and awareness regarding the principles and techniques of the said program that, in turn, will enable to improve their lifestyle. COPD patients should apply and continue practicing the principles on energy conservation and work simplification techniques in their daily living. Such community based rehabilitation programs should be continued in other remote areas.

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