RP - COPD

Question 1

what does COPD stand for

Answer 1

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Question 2

COPD description

Answer 2

a spectrum of disease leading to obstruction of the airways (chronic bronchitis) or emphysema

Question 3

what is the chronic bronchitis condition like

Answer 3

irreversible
progresses over time

Question 4

chronic bronchitis description

Answer 4

bronchial walls secrete excess fluid, which become inflamed and fibrosed
causes narrowing of bronchial airways

Question 5

chronic bronchitis radiographic appearance

Answer 5

increased lung markings
- repeated inflammation leads to scarring and fibrosis

Question 6

chronic bronchitis treatment

Answer 6

education
medication
pulmonary rehabilitation
oxygen therapy for easier breathing
surgery

Question 7

how does education help treat chronic bronchitis

Answer 7

to promote healthier lifestyle to slow down progression of the disease

Question 8

how does the use of medication help treat chronic bronchitis

Answer 8

bronchodilators or steroid medication to open up airways

Question 9

how does pulmonary rehabilitation help treat chronic bronchitis

Answer 9

for patients to cope with their condition and manage symptoms using bespoke exercies

Question 10

how does surgery help treat chronic bronchitis

Answer 10

lung transplant or lung volume reduction surgery