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
When a complaint is well handled
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When a complaint is well handled
Thursday 17 November 2022, 04:16 PM

A ward sign notifies patients and visitors of an “acute staffing shortage” at North Shore Hospital
New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa reporter Amanda Cameron made a complaint about the care her mother received – and was happy with the outcome
“I felt listened to, heard, understood and, crucially, she confirmed that mistakes were made, and she would investigate to find out what went wrong”
Kia ora and welcome to New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa
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