select a non-research-based article from a peer-reviewed journal that helps to answer this EBP question

Instruction Details

Select a non-research-based article from a peer-reviewed journal that helps to answer this EBP question ” In patients with advanced COPD experiencing anxiety secondary to dyspnea, does the use of non-pharmacological intervention compared to not using  non-pharmacological intervention result in reduced anxiety?”

• “The Role of Non-Pharmacological Interventions in Managing Anxiety in Patients with Advanced COPD” by Christine M. Arnold, PhD, RN, ACNP, and Pamela J. Ries, PhD, RN, FAAN, published in the journal American Journal of Nursing in 2017.

This article reviews the evidence for the use of non-pharmacological interventions to manage anxiety in patients with advanced COPD. The authors discuss a variety of interventions, including breathing exercises, relaxation techniques, and cognitive-behavioral therapy. They conclude that non-pharmacological interventions can be effective in reducing anxiety in patients with advanced COPD, and that they should be considered as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.

The article also provides some practical tips for nurses who are caring for patients with advanced COPD and anxiety. For example, the authors recommend that nurses:

• Assess the patient’s anxiety level regularly and intervene as needed.
• Teach the patient relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing and progressive muscle relaxation.
• Encourage the patient to participate in pulmonary rehabilitation.
• Provide emotional support and encouragement.

The article concludes by emphasizing the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to the management of anxiety in patients with advanced COPD. Nurses can play a key role in coordinating care and providing non-pharmacological interventions to help patients manage their anxiety and improve their quality of life.