COPD

Question 1

What is COPD?

Answer 1

 Results in Airway narrowing obstruction Loss of elastic recoil

 Emphysema - Destruction of the alveolar air sacs leading to damaged physiology

 Common and treatable disease

 Decrease in Expiratory volume/ ability to exhale fully

Question 2

Risk factors of COPD

Answer 2

Prolonged exposure to harmful particles or gases

 Primarily seen in smokers and those over 40

 Increases with age

 Equal death for both genders Increased hospitalization for women

Question 3

Tests to diagnose COPD:

Answer 3

 The Canadian Lung Health Test
 Spirometry/Pulmonary Function Test
 Blood Tests
 X-Ray

Question 4

Signs & Symptoms copd

Answer 4

 Lasting cough
 Cough with mucus
 SOB with PA