This session will explore (chronic) breathlessness in respiratory disease, including assessment and treatment strategies (both pharmacological and non-pharmacological).  The session will enable and empower pharmacy staff to recognise and have a better understanding of breathlessness in order to optimally support patients with respiratory disease, working within multidisciplinary teams.  Session outline:

• What is breathlessness and breathing pattern disorder?
• Approach to assessment and management of breathlessness
• National breathlessness pathway
• Advanced symptom management