Nurse-led Acceptance-based Healthy Lifestyles Program for Adults with Pneumoconiosis in the Community A Waitlist Pilot Randomized Trial

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to evaluate an acceptance-based educational program designed for patients with pneumoconiosis, a condition characterized by symptoms like cough and shortness of breath that can lead to psychological issues such as depression and anxiety. Avoidance of daily activities due to symptoms may cause lung function decline and increase risks of stroke and heart failure. The study is a pilot randomized controlled trial with two groups, focusing on the effects and feasibility of the program in improving health outcomes. The study involves 80 participants randomly assigned to either an intervention group or a waitlist control group in equal numbers. The intervention consists of a 6-week group-based program delivered in four biweekly 60-minute face-to-face sessions. These sessions cover knowledge about pneumoconiosis, exercises to maintain lung function, healthy diet, and home safety. The intervention group receives the program first during weeks 1 to 6, followed by the waitlist control group who receive it during weeks 8 to 14. Participants will be assessed at baseline, week 6, and week 14 for psychological health, healthy lifestyle practices, and cardiometabolic indicators such as blood pressure, weight, waist circumference, and glycated hemoglobin. The programs feasibility will be evaluated through participant interviews. Data will be analyzed statistically to understand the programs impact and inform future integration of acceptance-based interventions for chronic lung diseases. The total study duration includes initial assessment, intervention periods, and follow-up evaluations.

Acceptance-based Healthy Lifestyles Program for Patients With Pneumoconiosis