PULMONARYcare
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a lung disease characterized by chronic obstruction of lung airflow that interferes with normal breathing and is not fully reversible. The more familiar terms 'chronic bronchitis' and 'emphysema' are no longer used, but are now included within the COPD diagnosis. COPD is not simply a "smoker's cough" but an under-diagnosed, life-threatening lung disease.
A COPD diagnosis is confirmed by a simple test called spirometry, which measures how deeply a person can breathe and how fast air can move into and out of the lungs. Such a diagnosis should be considered in any patient who has symptoms of cough, sputum production, or dyspnea (difficult or labored breathing), and/or a history of exposure to risk factors for the disease. Where spirometry is unavailable, the diagnosis of COPD should be made using all available tools. Clinical symptoms and signs, such as abnormal shortness of breath and increased forced expiratory time, can be used to help with the diagnosis.
The Omega Health Care team are experts in treating patients with pulmonary disease allowing our patients to experience comfort and the best quality of life possible. We develop individualized plans of care. As the disease progresses we design plans that address common problems associated with COPD:
- pain
- shortness of air
- hydration
- nutrition
- skin care
- recurrent infections
- weakness
We care for patients wherever they call home whether in their own home, a caregiver's home, a long term care facility or an assisted living community.
We will coordinate the individualized plan of care with the advice and consent of the patient's physician. The case manager will ensure that information flows between all physicians, nurses, social workers, aides, volunteers, and, if appropriate, clergy.
We will supply all medications, medical supplies and medical equipment related to the diagnosis to ensure patients have everything they need.
We will support the patient as well as the family emotionally and spiritually providing the resources to help both maintain their emotional and spiritual well-being.
We will train the caregiver on how to provide basic care to ensure the patient is comfortable and safe in the home. As the patient gets weaker, symptoms increase and communication becomes more difficult, we educate on how to best continue care.
Contact Us
If you would like more information on Pulmonary Care you may submit the online form, contact the local office (locations) or call the corporate at (877) 275-7085 and ask for your care team.
If you are a physician and need to contact us you may submit the referral form, contact the local office (locations) or call the corporate at (877) 275-7085 and ask for your admission team.
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