Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease - Q1 (b)

Question 1

(b) How does the cause of COPD differ in developing countries – section one

Answer 1

Compared to the industrialised world where developing COPD can be caused by smoking. Developing countries suffer from a variety of pollutions which can contribute to individuals developing COPD

Question 2

(b) How does the cause of COPD differ in developing countries – section two

Answer 2

Developing countries’ pollution rates are much higher than most countries. Air pollution contributes heavily to the health of society and with people living in poverty, they are defenceless in inhaling such harmful gases.

Question 3

(b) How does the cause of COPD differ in developing countries – section three

Answer 3

Air pollution can include chemicals, dust, and fumes. Because of the lack of technology that developing countries have the living conditions are very poor

Question 4

(b) How does the cause of COPD differ in developing countries – section four

Answer 4

These chemicals and harmful gases in air pollution can damage the lining of the lungs which can result in death.