Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) (Exam 1) Questions & Answers 2024
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) (Exam 1) Questions & Answers 2024 Progressive lung disease characterized by persistent airflow limitation Will have an exacerbation continuously Another form of an obstructive respiratory disorder Client will be unable to exhale all of the air they are taking in -Alveoli sacs become hyperinflated Not reversible - ANSWER-What is COPD? *Cigarette smoking* (COPD should be considered in any person who is over 40 with a smoking history of 10 or more packs per year) Infection Asthma Air pollution Occupational chemical and dusts Aging (lose elasticity of alveoli)
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