TABLE 4

Components of the British Thoracic Society (BTS) COPD discharge care bundle [125]

  1. Review patient's medications and demonstrate use of inhalers

  2. Provide written self-management plan and emergency drug pack

  3. Assess and offer referral for smoking cessation

  4. Assess for suitability of pulmonary rehabilitation

  5. Arrange follow-up call within 72 h of discharge