Respiratory physician Lutz Beckert considers chronic obstructive pulmonary disease management, including the prevention of COPD, the importance of smoking cessation and pulmonary rehabilitation, and the lifesaving potential of addressing treatable traits. He also discusses the logic of inhaler therapy, moving from single therapy to dual and triple therapy when indicated, as well as other aspects of management
Consider behavioural activation and avoid prescribing antidepressants at the first visit
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Consider behavioural activation and avoid prescribing antidepressants at the first visit
Wednesday 7 October 2020, 12:55 AM

Antidepressants work best for patients with very severe, persisting depression
Professor of general practice Bruce Arroll shares a case study to help illustrate the latest views on depression, anxiety, antidepressants and behavioural activation
Key points, Take care when labelling patients with depression or anxiety – better options include low mood or distress with reduced motivation; worried thinking o, Pract Green w Pale Yellow
Kia ora and welcome to New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa
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