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What is the main purpose of arterial blood gas analysis?
What is the main purpose of arterial blood gas analysis?
- Assessing kidney function
- Measuring lung function (correct)
- Measuring blood sugar levels
- Assessing heart health
What is the most significant risk factor for COPD?
What is the most significant risk factor for COPD?
- Occupational exposure to secondhand smoke
- Exposure to dusts and chemicals
- Age over 40
- Exposure to tobacco smoke (correct)
What is the most effective way to slow the progression of COPD?
What is the most effective way to slow the progression of COPD?
- Smoking cessation (correct)
- Pulmonary rehabilitation
- Medication use
- Physical therapy
What does pulmonary rehabilitation for COPD include?
What does pulmonary rehabilitation for COPD include?
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What is the NP's role in patient education for COPD?
What is the NP's role in patient education for COPD?
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What is the age group in which COPD is more common?
What is the age group in which COPD is more common?
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What is the first key step involved in assessing a patient suspected of having COPD?
What is the first key step involved in assessing a patient suspected of having COPD?
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Which of the following is NOT a symptom that the NP may ask about when assessing a patient for COPD?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom that the NP may ask about when assessing a patient for COPD?
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What is the most common test for diagnosing COPD?
What is the most common test for diagnosing COPD?
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Which of the following is a risk factor for COPD?
Which of the following is a risk factor for COPD?
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What does a physical examination for COPD typically involve?
What does a physical examination for COPD typically involve?
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What do imaging tests like CT scans show that can be related to COPD?
What do imaging tests like CT scans show that can be related to COPD?
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