1
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Definition of COPD
A
Disease state characterized by chronic airflow limitation which is not fully reversible
2
Q
Definition of Emphysema
A
Destruction and enlargement of alveoli
3
Q
Definition of Chronic Bronchitis
A
Chronic cough and phlegm production
4
Q
Describe precipitating environmental events and RF for development of obstructive and restrictive lung disease
A
Smoking, exposure to second hand smoke or pollution, asthma, GERD exacerbations, age, family history, low socioeconomic status
Z Clin Med - Unit 3
flashcards
Decks in class (12)
# Cards
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Approach to Radiology22
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Introduction to radiology, pulm med, lab, and pulm dx procedures24
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Pulmonary Circulation, embolism, hypertension, edema, and ARDS25
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Asthma and OSA11
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Pulmonary Function Tests22
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Pertussis and Influenza16
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Lower Respiratory Infections9
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Pleural Diseases10
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COPD4
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Restrictive lung disease/interstitial lung disease1
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Tuberculosis8
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Lung CA4
