Impact of patient education and knowledge on emergency room visits in patients with obstructive pulmonary disease

M. Emtner, A. Hedin, M. Andersson, C. Janson (Uppsala, Sweden)

Source: Annual Congress 2008 - Respiratory mechanics, muscles and breathing; functional status measures and coping styles
Session: Respiratory mechanics, muscles and breathing; functional status measures and coping styles
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 4098
Disease area: Airway diseases

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M. Emtner, A. Hedin, M. Andersson, C. Janson (Uppsala, Sweden). Impact of patient education and knowledge on emergency room visits in patients with obstructive pulmonary disease. Eur Respir J 2008; 32: Suppl. 52, 4098

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