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The effects of counseling on smoking cessation among patients hospitalized with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a randomized clinical trial.
Author: LefcoeN M, PedersonL L, WanklinJ M
Original Abstract of the Article :
Seventy-four cigarette-smoking patients admitted with COPD to the Chest Unit of a 600-bed teaching hospital served as subjects for a randomized trial of smoking cessation counseling. All patients were advised to quit smoking and smoking in the unit was not allowed. One-half of the patients were, in ...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.3109/10826089109056242
データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）
The Quest for Smoking Cessation: A Challenging Oasis
In the vast desert of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) treatment, smoking cessation remains a critical goal. This study, published in [journal name], investigates the effectiveness of counseling in promoting smoking cessation among patients hospitalized with COPD. The researchers embarked on a journey to explore the potential benefits of counseling, like a team of desert explorers seeking a hidden oasis of recovery.
Counseling's Influence on Smoking Habits: A Limited Oasis
The results, like a mirage in the desert, revealed limited success in promoting smoking cessation. While the counseled group showed a higher cessation rate compared to the control group, the difference was not statistically significant. These findings, like a winding path through the desert, point to the need for exploring alternative treatment approaches to effectively address smoking cessation in this patient population.
Navigating Smoke-Free Pathways: Exploring New Strategies
The study's findings, like a compass pointing towards new directions, emphasize the importance of ongoing research to uncover effective strategies for promoting smoking cessation in patients with COPD. Finding the right treatment approach, like discovering a hidden oasis of healing, is crucial for improving the lives of those affected by this debilitating disease.
Dr.Camel's Conclusion
The research underscores the complexity of addressing smoking cessation in patients with COPD, reminding us that the desert of treatment options requires continuous exploration. While counseling can play a role, the journey towards smoke-free pathways demands innovative and personalized approaches to guide patients towards a healthier future. This research serves as a reminder that the desert of disease treatment is vast and requires unwavering commitment to finding new oases of recovery.
Date :
- Date Completed 1991-08-14
- Date Revised 2019-09-03
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