Barriers to self-care in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in China: a qualitative study
Journal of Research in Nursing
Published online on May 15, 2026
Abstract
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Background:Self-care is critical for improving outcomes and quality of life in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), yet substantial barriers remain. The Middle-Range Theory of Self-Care of Chronic Illness provides a framework for ...
Background:Self-care is critical for improving outcomes and quality of life in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), yet substantial barriers remain. The Middle-Range Theory of Self-Care of Chronic Illness provides a framework for ...