Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Diagnosis and Management

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Diagnosis and Management

Pathophysiology & Clinical Findings of the Disease

1. Are the spirometry results consistent with obstructive or restrictive pulmonary disease? What is the most likely pulmonary diagnosis for this patient?

• Explain the pathophysiology associated with the chosen pulmonary disease.

• Identify at least three subjective findings from the case which support the chosen diagnosis.

• Identify at least three objective findings from the case which support the chosen diagnosis

Management of the Disease

*Utilize the required Clinical Practice Guideline (CPG) to support your treatment recommendations.

1. Classify the patient’s disease severity. Is this considered stable or unstable?

• Identify two (2) “Evidence A” recommended medication classes for the treatment of this condition and provide an example (drug name) for each.

• Describe the mechanism of action for each of the medication classes identified above.

• Identify two (2) “Evidence A” recommended non-pharmacological treatment options for this patient.

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