Podcast
Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson
Questions and Answers
Which of the following is true about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
Which of the following is true about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
- COPD is more prevalent among Māori and Pasifika populations in New Zealand (correct)
- COPD affects approximately 6000 people in New Zealand each year
- COPD is the leading cause of death globally
- COPD symptoms primarily include cough and wheeze
What is the significance of breathlessness in COPD?
What is the significance of breathlessness in COPD?
- Breathlessness has a significant impact on daily activities (correct)
- Breathlessness is not a common symptom of COPD
- Breathlessness is only experienced during physical activity
- Breathlessness does not worsen health status
What is the relationship between exacerbations and COPD?
What is the relationship between exacerbations and COPD?
- Exacerbations become less frequent as lung function declines
- Exacerbations do not increase the risk of mortality
- Exacerbations are not a common feature of COPD
- Exacerbations are the most common reason for hospitalization in COPD patients (correct)
Which measure is used in the COPD Assessment Test (CAT) to assess decline in patients with COPD?
Which measure is used in the COPD Assessment Test (CAT) to assess decline in patients with COPD?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the purpose of the COPD Assessment Test (CAT)?
What is the purpose of the COPD Assessment Test (CAT)?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the cut-point score on the COPD Assessment Test (CAT) for considering regular maintenance therapy?
What is the cut-point score on the COPD Assessment Test (CAT) for considering regular maintenance therapy?
Signup and view all the answers
How should a COPD diagnosis be confirmed?
How should a COPD diagnosis be confirmed?
Signup and view all the answers
