COPD Flashcards
1
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General changes with COPD
A
exaggerated inflammatory response, increase in mucus production, edema, remodeling, respiratory acidosis
2
Q
Changes in gas exchange
A
hypoxemia, hypercapnia
3
Q
Airflow limitations of COPD
A
increased expiratory phase, air trapping
4
Q
Pharmacological management
A
inhaled medications, long acting beta 2 agonists, anticholinergics, bronchodilators, corticosteroids
