Knowledge, attitudes, and practices of COPD patients regarding acute exacerbations of COPD.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study aims to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) concerning AECOPD.

Methods

A cross-sectional survey was conducted at Yuexi County Hospital in Anhui Province, China, between April and December 2024. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire comprising demographic characteristics and KAP assessments. Adequate knowledge, positive attitudes, and proactive practices were defined as achieving at least 60% of the maximum possible score in each domain.

Results

A total of 445 valid questionnaires were analyzed. Among the respondents, 332 (74.61%) were male, and 271 (60.90%) had been diagnosed with COPD for over a decade. The mean scores for knowledge, attitude, and practi

SUBMITTER: Xia Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12440717 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature