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1 Doença de Obstrução Pulmonar Crônica Ferramenta Zona & Plano de Acção "Eu estou fazendo bem hoje!" Zona Verde: Bom dia espiracao Acoes: Plano de accao Atividade habitual e nivel excerise Tomar medicamentos diarios adicional para feito Quantidades habituais de tosse e catarro/muco Usar o oxigenio como prescrito com voce e seu Dormir bem a noite Continuar excerise plano regular/dieta medico: Apetite e bom Em todos os momentos evitar fumaca de cigarro, inalado irritantes "Estou tendo um mau dia ou um alargamento doença de obstrução pulmonar crônica" Zona Amarela: Dia espiracao uim Acoes: Mais folego do que o habitual Continuar medicacao diaria Tenho menos energia para minhas atividades diarias Usar inalador de alivio rapido a cada horas Usando rapido alivio inalador/nebulizador com mais frequenci Iniciar um corticosteroide especificar o nome, faz, e duracao Inchaco dos tornozelos mais do que o habitual Nome: Dose: Duracao: Tosse mais do que o habitual Iniciar um antibiotico especificar nome, dose, duracao) Eu sinto que eu tenho um "peito frio" Nome: Dose: Duracao: Sono e meus sintomas me acordou Usar o oxigenio como prescrito Meu apetite nao e bom Descanse bastante O meu medicamento nao esta me ajudar Usar a respiracao labio franziu Em todos os momentos evitar fumaca de cigarro, irritantes inalados Chama fornecedor imediatamente se os sintomas nao melhorarem Se voce tiver uma enfermeira de visita ligue para a agencia de atendiment Agencia de saude numero de telefone # "Eu preciso assistencia medica urgente!" Zona Vermelha: Dia espiracao de Emergencia Acoes: Falta de ar mesmo em repouso Ligue para o 911 ou procurar cuidados medicos Nao e capaz de fazar qualquer atividade por causa da respiraca Enquando a obtencao de ajuda imediatamente faca o sequinte: Nao poder dormir por causa da respiracao Febre ou calafrios Dores no peito Tosse com sangue This material was prepared by the New England Quality Innovation Network-Quality Improvement Organization NE QIN-QIO), the Medicare Quality Improvement Organization for New England, under contract with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services CMS), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The contents presented do not necessarily reflect CMS policy. CMSI_C3-1_201510_ Edition Created by the reater Providence Community Coalition, hode Island 1

2 MONDA TUESDA WEDNESDA THUSDA FIDA SATUDA SUNDA Monthly Tally Created by the reater Providence Community Coalition, hode Island When going out into the cold air cover your nose and mouth with a scarf. Also, don t use any petroleum based products on the face and/or lips. Better Breathers are alwas available for additional support or TIES TO WATCH FO THIS MONTH: JANUA 2017 ood) E

3 MONDA TUESDA WEDNESDA THUSDA FIDA SATUDA SUNDA Monthly Tally Created by the reater Providence Community Coalition, hode Island FEBUA 2017 TIES TO WATCH FO THIS MONTH: It s Valentine s Day- Try to avoid strongly scented perfumes and candles they may trigger your COPD. Better Breathers are always available for additional support or ood)

4 MONDA TUESDA WEDNESDA THUSDA FIDA SATUDA SUNDA Monthly Tally Created by the reater Providence Community Coalition, hode Island MACH 2017 Be sure to clear your Oxygen filter weekly and keep the mouthpiece of your inhalers clean by wiping them regularly with a moist cloth. Better Breathers are alwas available for additional support or ood)

5 MONDA TUESDA WEDNESDA THUSDA FIDA SATUDA SUNDA Monthly Tally Created by the reater Providence Community Coalition, hode Island APIL 2017 As trees and grasses begin to bloom pollen levels rise so keep the windows closed! Pollen levels are highest at night! Better Breathers are alwas available for additional support or ood)

6 MONDA TUESDA WEDNESDA THUSDA FIDA SATUDA SUNDA Monthly Tally Created by the reater Providence Community Coalition, hode Island MA 2017 Don t forget to rinse your mouth with water and SPIT IT OUT after inhaler use. If you have dentures/partials rinse them off as well to avoid mouth sores. Better Breathers are alwas available for additional support or ood)

7 MONDA TUESDA WEDNESDA THUSDA FIDA SATUDA SUNDA Monthly Tally Created by the reater Providence Community Coalition, hode Island JUNE 2017 Never leave your inhaler or oxygen in a hot car or direct sunlight. Better Breathers are alwas available for additional support or ood)

8 MONDA TUESDA WEDNESDA THUSDA FIDA SATUDA SUNDA Monthly Tally Created by the reater Providence Community Coalition, hode Island JUL 2017 Pace yourself with outdoor activities during hot weather. Always have your rescue inhaler on hand and drink plenty of fluids. Better Breathers are always available for additional support or ood)

9 MONDA TUESDA WEDNESDA THUSDA FIDA SATUDA SUNDA Monthly Tally Created by the reater Providence Community Coalition, hode Island AUUST 2017 STOP SMOKIN if you already haven t and try to avoid being around others who may still smoke. IF you are using oxygen stay away from any open flames. Better Breathers are alwas available for additional support or ood)

10 MONDA TUESDA WEDNESDA THUSDA FIDA SATUDA SUNDA Monthly Tally Created by the reater Providence Community Coalition, hode Island SEPTEMBE 2017 Don t forget to get your FLU SHOT this month and check to see if you re up to date with PNEUMOVAX as well. Better Breathers are alwas available for additional support or ood)

11 MONDA TUESDA WEDNESDA THUSDA FIDA SATUDA SUNDA Monthly Tally Created by the reater Providence Community Coalition, hode Island OCTOBE 2017 With the leaves falling mold and mildew levels are rising so close up those windows! Better Breathers are alwas available for additional support or ood)

12 MONDA TUESDA WEDNESDA THUSDA FIDA SATUDA SUNDA Monthly Tally Created by the reater Providence Community Coalition, hode Island NOVEMBE 2017 During the Holiday s PACE yourself. Let your family help you with food preparation and decorating. Better Breathers are alwas available for additional support or ood)

13 MONDA TUESDA WEDNESDA THUSDA FIDA SATUDA SUNDA Monthly Tally Created by the reater Providence Community Coalition, hode Island DECEMBE 2017 Family time is such a blessing but ask them not to visit if they are not feeling well or have a cough so you don t catch a cold. If you do get sick make sure to finish all prescribed medications. Better Breathers are alwas available for additional support or ood)

14 Type Primary Care Physician: Pulmonologist: Cardiologist: Other Important Physician: Other Important Physician: Other Important Physician: Pharmacy: Name eference Sheet Phone Numbers Local Hospital: Local E: Home Health Agency: Other: Other: Better Breathers Club Contact Name Angela Butler or obert oodwin Phone , or Address Miriam Hospital Hurvitz 2 Conference oom 164 Summit Ave, Providence Meeting Scheudule First Thursday of Each Month, 3:00-4:00 PM, beginning January 5, Medications List American Lung Association Website info@lungne.org Phone LUNUSA ) What they do: egistered nurses, respiratory therapists, certified tobacco treatment specialists and counselors make up our helpline staff. They are ready to assist with your lung health questions. et detailed and accurate information about lung cancer, asthma, COPD, quitting tobacco and multiple other lung health topics

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