Pathophysiology
COPD stands for...
What is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
The hallmart symptom of COPD is
Albuterol is classified as a...
What is a SABA (short acting bronchodilator)
This positioning help COPD patient breathe easier...
What is High Fowlers or tripod positions
This is the most important lifestyle change COPD pts can make
What is stop smoking
The two main types of COPD are
What is chronic bronchitis and emphysema
Sputum of this color is often seen in chronic bronchitis
What is white or yellow sputum
Tiotropium is a ___________ and is used for...
What is a LABA for maintenance therapy
This is a breathing technique for COPD patients...
What is pursed lip breathing
These vaccinations are recommended for COPD patients
What is Flu and Pneumococcal vaccines
The primary cause of COPD
What is cigarette smoking?
A physical sign that may develop in the fingers due to chronic hypoxia
What is clubbing
This type of medications reduce inflammation in COPD
What is Corticosteroids
The recommended flow rate of oxygen for COPD patients
1-2 LPM via nasal cannula
Why should COPD patients eat small frequent meals
What is to prevent dyspnea and fatigue
They lose elasticity and enlarge, reducing surface area
What happens to alveoli in emphysema?
Barrel chest and pursed lip breathing are signs of this
What is emphysema
Use caution with oxygen in COPD patients because...
What is a high O2 level may reduce hypoxic drive
Hydration is important in COPD because it...
What is thins and loosens secretions
Safety teaching for the patient on home oxygen
What is no smoking near oxygen
CcO2 levels increase and cause this in chronic COPD
What is respiratory acidosis?
↓ pH, ↑ PaCO₂, ↑ HCO₃⁻, ↓ PaO₂
What are ABG findings in COPD
An antibiotic used for infection in COPD patients is...
What is Azithromycin
Nurses should monitor these things in patients who have had bronchodilators
What is heart rate and tremors
This exercise can help endurance
What is walking