COPD Flashcards
COPD def
preventable and treatable
progressive persistent airflow limitation
chronic inflammatory response in airways
caused by noxious particles or gases
how many cig smokers get COPD
15-20%
Where does COPD rank for death
3rd
What are COPD risk factors
smoking
indoor air pollution
occupational dust and chemicals
outdoor air pollution
How COPD affects lungs
mucus hypersecretion ciliary dysfunction airflow limitation hyperinflation gas exchange abnormalities pulmonary hypertension systemic effects
What are symptoms of COPD
dyspnea
chronic cough
chronic sputum production
exacerbations
What is required to diagnosis COPD
spirometry
What are the stages of COPD
GOLD 1 - Mild
GOLD 2 - Moderate
GOLD 3 - Severe
GOLD 4 - Very Severe
What are symptoms of GOLD 1 for COPD
FEV1 >= 80%
no chronic symptoms
What are symptoms of GOLD 2 for COPD
FEV1 between 50 and 80%
DOE
What are symptoms of GOLD 3 for COPD
FEV1 Between 30 and 50%
What are symptoms of GOLD 4 for COPD
FEV1 < 30%
What txt goals COPD
smoke reduce symptoms improve exercise tolerance minimize rate decline maintain QOL prevent exacerbations limit complications
What are the COPD management pgm
assess and monitor disease
reduce risk factors
manage stable COPD
manage exacerbations
What are nonpharm COPD txts
smoking cessation
pulmonary rehab for GOLD 3 and 4 or B,C,D
O2
Surgery
What are pharm txts
Bronchodilators
corticosteroids
What are MOA anticholinergic bronchodilators
decrease cyclic GMP and cause bronchial smooth muscle relaxation
What are adverse effects anticho bronchodilators
dry mouth metallic taste dry eyes urinary retention constipation
What are the anticho broncho meds
Ipratropium
Tiotropium