[Analysis of metabolic and ventilatory demand during the execution of daily life activities in individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease].

Individuals with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) report that fatigue and dyspnea are the main symptoms experienced as a result of efforts made during the realization of daily life activities (DLA). Based on this context, this study aimed to analyze and compare individuals with COPD (FEV1<60%), classified as Group 1 (G1) and healthy individuals, classified as Group 2 (G2), during the execution of five DLA. The chosen DLA were: changing a light bulb (L); lifting a weight (LW); sweeping (S); climbing steps (CA) and walking on a treadmill (WT).