COPD Flashcards
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definition
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chronic inflammation of airway and lungs, persistent airflow limitations, progressive
2
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causes
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smoking
coexisting diseases
TB
frequent resp. infections
heredity
aging
3
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manifestations
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Dyspnea
SOB
activity intolerance
chronic cough
right sided HF
depression
altered nutrition
4
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emphysema
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Destruction of the alveoli
Loss of natural elastic recoil
Become Overstretched
Air trapped
Rupture or collapse
5
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chronic bronchitis
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Chronic productive cough for 3 months in 2 consecutive years
Chronic inflammation
Thickening of bronchiole walls
Narrowing – chronic cough
Mucous narrows airways
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