Symptoms
Breathing in polluted air can have immediate effects, including:
Irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat.
About how many people around the world have COPD?
65 Million
What is a chronic lung disease caused by inflammation of the airways?
Asthma
What test check is used for COPD?
Spirometry
What does the C in COPD stand for?
Chronic
What are the two main symptoms of COPD?
-Coughing
-Shortness of Breath
Among leading causes of death in the US, where does COPD fall?
4th!
Name two more deadly lung diseases from smoking?
-emphysema
-lung cancer
What is one way to help you stay alive?
Breathing exercises
What does the O in COPD stand for?
Obstructive
What are visible respiratory symptoms that could occur?
- shortness of breath
- wheezing
- frequent respiratory infections
What percent of COPD is caused by smoking?
80-90 Percent
Name a cause other than smoking of COPD?
Air pollution
Name one GOAL of COPD treatment?
Preventing complications
What does the P in COPD stand for?
Pulmonary
What are some symptoms that could occur throughout the body?
- Fatigue/tiredness
- Chest pain
Smokers are how many times more likely to die from COPD?
10 times
What is a serious result of COPD?
Heart Failure
What are some individual behavior changes that could enhance your physical health?
- Quit smoking
-Physical Exercise
- Breathing Exercises
- Meditation
What does the D in COPD stand for?
Disease
What are some related conditions to COPD?
- Lung Cancer
-Acute Bronchitis
-Emphysema
How many annual cases of COPD are there?
Over 3 Million Individuals
Who is considered at a higher risk for COPD?
Smokers vs. Nonsmokers
What is a form of therapy that can be used in order to aid in COPD?
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation
(Education and Exercise!)
What day is COPD occurring on?
November 17th, 2021