Scandinavian journal of primary health care
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Scand J Prim Health Care · Jun 1995
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and self-maintaining functions in the elderly--a population-based study.
To describe and analyse the problems in self-maintaining activities among chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients aged 64 years and over. ⋯ The study indicated that the female COPD patients in particular have a great need for assistance in self-maintaining functions. This information is valuable for local primary health care planning.