management of COPD Flashcards
1
Q
airflow is more likely to be?
A
chronic bronchitis
2
Q
hyperinflation is associated with what?
A
emphysema
3
Q
is COPD progressive?
A
yes
4
Q
what are symptoms of COPD
A
breathlesseness
cough and recurrent chest infection
wheeze
smoking
5
Q
what else does COPD do to the body?
A
loss of muscle mass
weight loss
cardiac disease
depression, anxiety
6
Q
what are the aims for managemnt ofo COPD
A
prevention of disease progression
relieve breathlessness
prevention of exacerbation
management of complications
7
Q
what interventions of management for COPD would you do?
A
smoking cessation inhalers vaccinations pulmonary rehabilitation long term oxygen therapy antiobiotics steroids
