Asthma and COPD

Question 1

Spirometry definitions:
- FVC
- FEV1
- PEFR

• Explain spirometry
• Explain peak flow meter
• Explain NO

Question 2

Inhalers:
- Explain pmdi inhaler
- Explain turbo inhaler
- Explain spacer

Question 3

Asthma management:
- Initial review (7)
- Order of drugs
- Ongoing monitoring + review
- Safety net
- Exacerbation (what signs to look out for, initial management)

Question 4

COPD:
- Management in primary care
- Safety net
- Management for exacerbation in primary care
- MRC dyspnoea scale