Factors to consider for end-of-life care in severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Gait speed can measure functional status in COPD patients. Official COPD diagnosis and treatment guidelines from the Czech Pneumological and Phthisiological Society outline a novel phenotypic approach and patient-oriented care. A survey in Sweden highlights palliative care needs for COPD patients are not being fully met. Another study examines palliative or end-of-life care received by advanced COPD patients in the community.