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Table 1 Overview of session flow

From: The patient journey in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): a human factors qualitative international study to understand the needs of people living with COPD

STAGE

DESCRIPTION

TIME

Interview: General questions

INTRODUCTION QUESTIONS

An introduction to the study premise and exploration of the participant's background

5 min

Interview: Section A

DIAGNOSIS

An exploration of the participant's experience during their diagnosis journey

10 min

Interview: Section B

CURRENT SYMPTOMS

An exploration of what led participants to need treatment as well as how much symptoms of COPD impact patients’ lives and if these impacts vary throughout the day

5 min

Interview: Section C

CURRENT TREATMENTS

A discussion with participants regarding their current treatment regime likes and dislikes of the current regime, how they manage adherence to their medication, and what support they receive

10 min

Interview: Section D

CURRENT SERVICES

A focus on the additional services currently received by the participant in support of their COPD and how much contact they have with their health care provider

10 min

Interview: Section E

POSSIBLE CHALLENGES

An exploration of the challenges and emotional feelings experienced by the participant, in order to understand the impact their condition has on their lifestyle

15 min

Close

Session close

5 min