Effect of continuity of care based on IKAP theory on caregiver burden and symptom management in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease - Scorecard - MDSpire

Effect of continuity of care based on IKAP theory on caregiver burden and symptom management in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

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  • Qiaoling Zhang

  • Huafei Yan

  • Chenfang Li

  • June 29, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Impact of IKAP Theory-Based Continuous Care on Caregiver Strain and Symptom Control in Individuals with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionChronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Key MechanismsIKAP theory guiding continuity care through information collection, knowledge delivery, attitude reinforcement, and individualized exercise prescriptions.
Target PopulationPatients with COPD aged ≥ 40 years with stable disease and a fixed family caregiver.
Care SettingPost-discharge continuity care in respiratory and critical care settings.

Key Highlights

  • IKAP-based continuity care significantly reduced caregiver burden and improved patient symptoms.
  • Improved medication adherence from < 30% at baseline to 64% at 6 months in the intervention group.
  • Quality of life scores improved significantly in the intervention group compared to routine care.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Diagnosis consistent with GOLD guidelines (2021 revision).

Management

  • Implement continuity care based on IKAP theory for symptom management and caregiver support.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Assess caregiver burden and patient symptoms at multiple time points post-discharge.

Risks

  • Consider potential psychological stress and physical fatigue in caregivers.

Patient & Prescribing Data

300 COPD patients discharged from a hospital.

Structured measures including caregiver training and individualized exercise prescriptions were effective.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Maintain continuity of care post-discharge to address both patient and caregiver needs.
  • Utilize theoretical frameworks like IKAP for chronic disease management.

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