- Understand COPD and why breathing is difficult
- Breathing techniques: pursed-lip breathing, diaphragmatic breathing
- Inhaler and nebuliser use assistance at home (correct sequence)
- Oxygen safety at home (no smoking, no flammable products near)
- Infection prevention: hand hygiene, avoiding crowds, vaccination reminders
- Recognise exacerbation signs: increased breathlessness, change in sputum colour/volume, confusion