COPD Flashcards
What is defined as a disease characterized by airflow limitation that is not fully reversible?
COPD
What condition of COPD is characterized by destruction and enlargement of the alveoli?
Emphysema
What condition of COPD is characterized by chronic cough and phlegm?
Chronic bronchitis
What condition of COPD is characterized by small bronchioles are narrowed?
Small airways disease
What is the key risk factor to COPD?
Smoking
What genetic deficiency could you consider in a patient with COPD?
Alpha-1 antitrypsin
What are the 3 most common symptoms of COPD?
cough, sputum, and exertion dyspnea
What is NOT a feature of COPD?
digital clubbing
What is a nickname for individuals with Emphysema and why?
Pink Puffers = non-cyanotic
What is a nickname for individuals with chronic bronchitis and why?
Blue Bloaters = cyanotic
What would you see decreased in lab results in an individual with airway obstruction?
FEV1 and FEV1/FVC