What is telenursing studying for oral health in COPD?

Telenursing is being studied to see how nurse-led video call education and daily reminders affect oral health in people with COPD. The study aims to improve oral care and quality of life related to oral health by providing remote support from nurses. The research is conducted by Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University to understand this approach's impact.

Who may be eligible for this COPD clinical trial?

Adults aged 40 years or older diagnosed with COPD for at least 6 months and currently receiving inpatient treatment may be eligible. Participants need internet access, a compatible mobile device, and the ability to use a phone. People with communication barriers or those in intensive care are excluded. Please review eligibility criteria for more details.

Is there any cost to participate in this COPD clinical trial?

Study-related care, including the education sessions and all trial visits, is provided at no cost. However, personal travel or other expenses may vary and are not guaranteed to be covered. Participants should plan accordingly for any additional costs.

Actively Recruiting

Phase Not Applicable

Age: 40Years +

All Genders

ID07462221

Evaluating Telenursing to Improve Oral Health in Adults with COPD

Led by Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University · Updated on 2026-03-10

Participants Needed

Research Sites

16 weeks

Total Duration

AI-Summary

What this Trial Is About

This research evaluates the effect of telenursing intervention on oral health in individuals with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease COPD. The study recognizes the importance of maintaining oral health as part of patient care and aims to improve medication adherence and prevent related health issues through nurse-led education. A multidisciplinary approach involving nurses is noted to reduce hospital stays and readmissions for COPD patients. The study uses a pre-test and post-test control group experimental design to assess these effects.

CONDITIONS

Brief Title

Effect of Telenursing on Oral Health

Who Can Participate

Age: 40Years +

All Genders

Eligibility Criteria

You may qualify if you...

Diagnosed with COPD for at least 6 months
Receiving inpatient treatment in internal medicine or surgical clinics
Signed informed consent form to participate
Have internet access and a mobile device with Android or iOS
Able to use a phone
40 years of age or older
No communication barriers
Mild to very severe COPD stages according to GOLD (2023)

You will not qualify if you...

Diagnosed with COPD less than 6 months ago
Receiving outpatient treatment
Hospitalized in intensive care unit
No internet access or mobile device with Android or iOS
Unable to use a phone
Under 40 years of age
Have communication barriers
Wish to withdraw or withdraw during the study

Research Team

SEVDA ATEŞ, Associate Professor

SEVDA TUREN, Associate Professor

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Evaluating Telenursing to Improve Oral Health in Adults with COPD

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