COPD Flashcards

1
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What 3 disease states make up COPD?

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Chronic Bronchitis, Emphysema, Asthma

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2
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COPD can be divided into what two disease pathology?

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Obstructive & Restrictive

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3
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What is the primary metric for diagnosis for Obstructive Disease?

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4
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What are some examples of Obstructive Disease?

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5
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What are the primary 2 symptoms displayed by patients with of Obstructive Disease?

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Dyspnea & Trouble Exhaling

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6
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What is the diagnoses for Restrictive Disease?

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What are some metrics of Restrictive Disease?

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What is the primary symptom(s) of Restrictive Disease?

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Dyspnea & Coughing

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9
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FEV1 (Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 sec) = what?

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The amount of air exhaled during the 1st sec of FVC

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10
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What is a healthy FEV1%?

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> 70%

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What are some metrics associated with obstructive disorders?

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FEV1 Reduced
FVC Normal
FEV1/FVC Ratio Reduced

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12
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What are some metrics of restrictive disorders?

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FEV1 and FVC Reduced
FEV1/FVC Ratio Normal or Increased

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13
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How is COPD characterized?

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Characterized by the presence of airflow obstruction attributable to either chronic bronchitis or emphysema.

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14
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Does COPD have a cure?

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Progressive Disease for which there is no cure.

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15
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What is chronic bronchitis?

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Productive cough (most days) lasting longer than 3 months

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16
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What is Emphysema?

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Abnormal permanent enlargement of the respiratory bronchioles and alveoli

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17
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What is the primary causes of Chronic Bronchitis?

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Smoking 80-90% of cases
Urban pollution

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18
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What is the primary causes of Emphysema?

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Cigarette Smoking

19
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What are the common signs & symptoms of COPD?

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  • Shortness of Breath
  • Dyspnea (especially w/ exertion)
  • Orthopnea (upright breathing only)
  • Wheezing
  • Chest Tightness
  • Increased VR
  • Peripheral Cyanosis / Digital Clubbing
  • Ongoing or Productive Cough
  • Barrel Chest
  • Accessory Muscles during Respiration
  • Weight Loss
  • Decreased FEV1/FVC Ratio
20
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How is COPD Diagnosed?

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  1. Signs & Symptoms
  2. Medical & Family History
  3. Test Results:
    - Spirometry
    - Arterial Blood Gases
    - Chest X-Ray
    - Chest CT Scan
21
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What is a Mild COPD Classification?

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< 0.70 (FEV1/FVC)

FEV1 > 80% of predicted

22
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What is a Moderate COPD Classification?

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< 0.70 (FEV1 / FVC)

50% < FEV1 > 80% of predicted

23
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What is a Severe COPD Classification?

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< 0.70 (FEV1 / FVC)

30% < FEV1 > 50% of predicted

24
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What is a Very Severe COPD Classification?

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< 0.70 (FEV1 / FVC)

FEV1 < 30% of predicted
FEV1 < 50% of predicted in presence of chronic respiratory failure

25
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What measurement tool is considered essential for COPD diagnoses?

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Spirometry

26
Q

In order to minimize variability with bronchodilator values in spirometry, what is an adequate does (of what) to minimize variability?

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400 ug Salbutamol

27
Q

In stage 1 of COPD, what are some subjective patient identifiers associated with the symptoms?

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Patient is usually unaware that his/her lung function is abnormal

28
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In stage 2 of COPD, what are some subjective patient identifiers associated with the symptoms?

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Patients typically seek medical attention b/c of chronic respiratory symptoms or an exacerbation of their disease.

29
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In stage 3 of COPD, what are some subjective patient identifiers associated with the symptoms?

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Symptoms almost have an impact on the patients quality of life.

30
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In stage 4 of COPD, what are some subjective patient identifiers associated with the symptoms?

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Quality of life is significantly impaired and exacerbations may be life threatening.

31
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What are some COPD Treatment Goals (x5)?

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32
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What are 4 Primary COPD Treatment Goals?

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1.) Improve Exercise Tolerance
2.) Advise Self-Management (ADLs)
3.) Increase Knowledge
4.) Airway Clearance

33
Q

What are some COPD Lifestyle Changes & Treatments?

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Smoking Cessation, Proper Nutrition, Pharmacological Therapy (Bronchodilators, Corticosteroids, Vaccines)

34
Q

What is Pulmonary Rehabilitation?

A

Multi-Disciplinary and comprehensive intervention.

  • Patient Assessment
  • Patient Training/Education
  • Exercise Training
  • Psychosocial Interventions
  • Patient Follow-Up
35
Q

Patients with what symptoms are candidates for Pulmonary Rehab?

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  • Severe Symptoms
  • ER/Hospital Admisions within the previous year.
  • Diminished ADL’s
  • Impairments in quality of life
36
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What are the benefits of Pulmonary Rehabilitation?

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  • Improvements in QOL
  • Increased sense of well-being
  • Increased self-efficacy
  • Increased functional capacity
37
Q

What is Postural Drainage?

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Getting in positions that make it easier to mucus to drain from the lungs.

38
Q

In Exercise Testing for COPD Patients what are some physiological function assessments?

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GXT (cardiorespiratory) & Spirometry (pulmonary)

39
Q

Patient Shortness of Breath ratings for exercise testing in COPD Patients should be measured how?

A

Borg (1-10) Scale

40
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What is an exercise test termination indicator in exercise testing with COPD patients?

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low SPO2 (< 90%) or a drop of 3-4%

41
Q

What forms of exercise are the best modalities for COPD patients?

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Walking or Stationary Bicycle

42
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What are the FITT guidelines for COPD patients?

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F: > 3-5 days/wk
I: SOB: < 3 (30-40% light / 60-80% vigorous)
T: Small Interval bouts
T: Walking and/or cycling

43
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When can supplemental O2 be provided to a COPD patient?

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Can only be provided with a prescription from a physician & with patients with low SpO2