COPD, Asthma & Lung Fibrosis: Respiratory Home Care -YDCare

What is Respiratory Disease?

The respiratory system is vital for life. When lung function is impaired, breathing becomes difficult, severely affecting overall health and daily living.

Common Conditions:

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): A progressive disease causing airflow blockage and breathing difficulties, often due to smoking or pollution. (affects ~7% of HK elderly).
Asthma: A chronic inflammatory condition characterised by recurring wheezing, chest tightness, and coughing.
Pulmonary Fibrosis: Lung tissue becomes scarred and thickened, reducing elasticity and oxygen exchange efficiency.
Pneumonia & Infections: Bacterial, viral, or fungal infections causing fever and cough; elderly patients are at higher risk of severe complications.

Common Challenges:

Reduced mobility
Frequent hospital or A&E visits
Dependence on others for daily tasks
Decline in overall quality of life

Benefits of Home-Based Respiratory Care

37%

A&E visits
12%

Lung function through home rehabilitation
20%

Survival rate for severe COPD patients on home oxygen

Data Sources

[1] Bajwah, Sabrina et al., 2015 [2] Bajwah, Sabrina et al., 2019 [3] Lundell, Sara et al., 2015 [4] European Respiratory Journal, 2019

Who is Suitable for Respiratory Home Care?

Home care is an essential component of respiratory disease management. We support patients with chronic airway diseases (e.g., COPD, Asthma) for ongoing health management; structural lung diseases (e.g., Advanced Lung Cancer, Pulmonary Fibrosis) for palliative support; and pulmonary vascular diseases (e.g., Pulmonary Embolism) for anticoagulation therapy and rehabilitation.

Post-Operative Recovery

We assist with airway management, breathing exercises, and pressure injury prevention to prevent lung collapse or pneumonia, helping patients regain sputum clearance capabilities and transition off mechanical ventilation.
Post-Infection Recovery

For patients recovering from COVID-19 or severe pneumonia, our team adjusts care routines to patient energy levels, using rehabilitation and medication management to reduce persistent inflammation and improve endurance.
Long-term Disease Management

For COPD, Asthma, and Pulmonary Fibrosis, our multidisciplinary team (Therapists, Nurses, Health Workers) implements personalised plans to optimise the home environment, delay lung function decline, and prevent acute attacks.
End-Stage Lung Failure

In advanced stages, we focus on symptom control—such as Oxygen Therapy and Non-invasive Ventilation (NIV) support—to maximise patient comfort.

What Does Our Respiratory Care Include?

We adopt a person-centred approach to deliver Nurse-led home care that improves quality of life for patients and provides peace of mind for their families.

Professional Medical Nursing

Comprehensive assessment & care planning
Vital signs & condition monitoring
Medication management & guidance
Inhaler technique training
Long-term Oxygen Therapy management
Non-invasive ventilation (NIV) parameter adjustment
Suctioning & airway secretion management
Home oxygen equipment rental & technical support
Tracheostomy care
Post-op wound care & complication prevention
Catheter care (NGT, Foley)
Wound care & pressure injury prevention
24/7 emergency support

Rehabilitation Services

Physiotherapy: Pulmonary rehabilitation plans & respiratory muscle training
Speech Therapy: Swallowing function assessment
Endurance training & energy conservation techniques
Posture adjustment & breathing coordination exercises

Life & Nutritional Support

Dietitian-designed Lung-specific Meal Plans:

Special diets for dysphagia (swallowing difficulties)
Nutritional assessment & improvement plans

Daily Living Assistance:

Personal hygiene care
Assistance with daily activities
Medical escort & outing accompaniment (e.g., appointments, shopping)

Family Support Services:

Caregiver skills training
Psychological support & stress management
Respite care arrangements

Home Safety & Equipment

Home environment safety assessment & modification advice
Medical-grade home respiratory equipment rental solutions
Flexible Rental: Oxygen Concentrators | Positive Pressure Ventilators (BiPAP) | Portable Oxygen Concentrators
On-site installation & operation training (Cantonese/English)