COPD Concept Map | Nursing Care Plan & Study Guide 2025
This COPD Concept Map provides a structured overview of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease for nursing students and healthcare learners. It includes: Definition & Pathophysiology – Chronic airflow limitation and its impact on gas exchange Risk Factors & Causes – Smoking, environmental pollutants, genetics Signs & Symptoms – Dyspnea, chronic cough, barrel chest, wheezing Diagnostic Tests – Pulmonary function tests, ABGs, chest X-ray Complications – Respiratory failure, cor pulmonale Nursing Interventions – Oxygen therapy, breathing techniques, medication administration Patient Education – Smoking cessation, nutrition, energy conservation strategies Perfect for Med-Surg courses, NCLEX prep, and Galen College nursing programs. Updated for 2025 with evidence-based practices.
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- COPD
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- September 3, 2025
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- copd concept map
- nclex copd management
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copd nursing interventions