Background Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are often hospitalised with acute exacerbations (AECOPD) and many patients get readmitted. Intervening with hospitalised patients may be optimal timing to provide support. Our previous work demonstrated use of a digital monitoring and self-management support tool in the community. https://www.roneverhart.com/Apple-Watch-Ultra-2-GPS-Cellular-49mm-Titanium-Case-with-Blue-Black-Trail-Loop-S-M-MRF53LL-A/