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The COVID-19 pandemic negatively impacted the physical and mental health of individuals with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (IwCOPD) while also leading to some positive adaptations in their healthcare management. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.SYNTHESIS. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

February 19, 2026Nursing OpenOpen Access

Experiences of Individuals With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Their Caregivers During the Pandemic: A Systematic Review

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JDJennifer Deane‐KingNational University of Ireland, Maynooth JHJamie HowellNational University of Ireland, Maynooth RMRebecca MaguireNational University of Ireland, Maynooth

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Systematic review explores pandemic impacts on individuals with COPD and caregivers, suggesting areas for better support.

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The study aims to explore the experiences of individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and their caregivers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Systematic review conducted under PRISMA guidelines.
Data sources included PsycINFO, PubMed, EMBASE, and Web of Science.
Search conducted in April 2022 using specific keywords related to COPD, caregivers, and COVID-19.
Qualitative synthesis of 24 included articles detailing experiences during the pandemic.
Individuals with COPD reported negative impacts on physical and mental health, including increased anxiety and depression.
Fears of contracting COVID-19 and changes in exacerbation levels were common.
Adaptations such as increased medication adherence and self-care practices were noted.
Caregivers expressed their fears regarding the health of those they care for and observed changes in the home environment.

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Deane‐King et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6996a7ffecb39a600b3ee412 https://doi.org/10.1002/nop2.70462

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February 19, 2026Nursing OpenOpen Access

Experiences of Individuals With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Their Caregivers During the Pandemic: A Systematic Review

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Authors

JDJennifer Deane‐KingNational University of Ireland, Maynooth JHJamie HowellNational University of Ireland, Maynooth RMRebecca MaguireNational University of Ireland, Maynooth

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Overview

Systematic review explores pandemic impacts on individuals with COPD and caregivers, suggesting areas for better support.

Key Points

The study aims to explore the experiences of individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and their caregivers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Systematic review conducted under PRISMA guidelines.
Data sources included PsycINFO, PubMed, EMBASE, and Web of Science.
Search conducted in April 2022 using specific keywords related to COPD, caregivers, and COVID-19.
Qualitative synthesis of 24 included articles detailing experiences during the pandemic.
Individuals with COPD reported negative impacts on physical and mental health, including increased anxiety and depression.
Fears of contracting COVID-19 and changes in exacerbation levels were common.
Adaptations such as increased medication adherence and self-care practices were noted.
Caregivers expressed their fears regarding the health of those they care for and observed changes in the home environment.

Cite This Study

Deane‐King et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6996a7ffecb39a600b3ee412 https://doi.org/10.1002/nop2.70462

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