COPD

Frequently Asked Questions

8. My doctor is sending me for pulmonary rehabilitation. What type of people will I be working with and what do they do? - cont'd

Each team may have a different makeup and combination of staff depending on what is needed and who is available. Teams can include a doctor, a nurse, a respiratory therapist, a physical therapist, an occupational therapist, an exercise therapist, a sociologist, a social worker, and a dietitian. (Answer continues on next page.)