A qualitative study of patient experiences and expectations around hospital care during exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease – a health CASCADE study

This study highlights the need for person-centred care in managing COPD exacerbations. It identifies key interventions such as early help-seeking, better patient education, staff training, care continuity, improved discharge services, and public awareness. Emphasising individualised experiences, it calls for familiar care settings, collaborative discharge planning, and integration of home care to enhance hospital care quality.