9.1 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Learning Outcomes

Be able to:

  • Describe the symptoms of COPD
  • List the risk factors for COPD
  • Explain the pathophysiology of COPD and how it differs from the pathophysiology of asthma
  • Describe  the principles of managing COPD, including drug treatment options
  • Access and use the COPDx and GOLD guidelines.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

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