Better inhaler use for better sleep in COPD
Part of Brain & nervous system, Lungs & breathing, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether teaching people with COPD how to use their inhalers better can improve their sleep quality. Nurses will provide this education, and the goal is to see if it helps you sleep better and feel better overall.
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Who can take part
- You are 20 years of age or older.
- You have been using inhaled COPD medications for at least one month.
- You have not been hospitalized in the past month due to a flare-up of COPD.
- You are in a stable condition as decided by your doctor.
- You can use a device such as an Android tablet, iPad, or computer, or have a caregiver who can.
- If you have sleep apnea treated with CPAP, your symptoms are stable.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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