How much do you know about COPD?

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What is the NPUAP Staging System for PIs?

A system for classifying PIs into six stages

What is the primary cause of COPD?

Exposure to tobacco smoke

What is the NPUAP Staging System for Pressure Injuries?

A system that classifies PIs into six stages

What is the main cause of COPD?

<p>Exposure to tobacco smoke</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two main components of COPD?

<p>Chronic bronchitis and emphysema</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the airway changes associated with chronic bronchitis?

<p>Fibrosis of bronchioles</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the common areas for PI development?

<p>Coccyx, sacrum, ischium, heels, scapula, ears, and head</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some common areas for PI development?

<p>Coccyx and sacrum</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is emphysema?

<p>Destruction of the alveoli</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the symptoms of chronic bronchitis?

<p>Dyspnea, chronic cough, and sputum</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some ways to prevent PIs?

<p>Minimizing shear forces and pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some strategies for preventing PIs?

<p>Frequent repositioning</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the risk factors for COPD?

<p>Smoking and socioeconomic status</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of UC-associated UTIs may be preventable?

<p>25-75%</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the insidious onset of dyspnea in COPD patients?

<p>Dyspnea occurs gradually and mildly</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main risk associated with indwelling urinary catheters (UCs) in older adults?

<p>Confusion and agitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Can therapy reverse the damage caused by COPD?

<p>No, therapy cannot reverse the damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some alternatives to UCs?

<p>Bedside urinals or commodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of UC-associated UTIs may be preventable?

<p>25-75%</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the spirometry indication for COPD?

<p>Smoker &gt; 40 years with dyspnea, cough, or frequent respiratory tract infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the diagnosis of COPD based on?

<p>Lung function confirmation of airflow obstruction without reversibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the indication for spirometry in COPD diagnosis?

<p>Smoker &gt; 40 years with dyspnea, cough, or frequent respiratory tract infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the discharge planning process for Mrs. K?

<p>A multidisciplinary assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some alternatives to UCs?

<p>Frequent changes of incontinence products</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the discharge planning process for Mrs. K?

<p>A complex assessment by multiple healthcare professionals</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most effective intervention to decrease the risk of developing COPD and to slow progression?

<p>Smoking cessation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the diagnostic criteria for COPD?

<p>Reduced FEV1/FVC ratio greater than 0.70</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some discharge options for Mrs. K?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most effective intervention to decrease the risk of developing COPD?

<p>Smoking cessation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first-line treatment for mild COPD?

<p>Short-acting bronchodilators alone</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some housing and institutional care options for Mrs. K?

<p>Long-term care homes only</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some discharge options for Mrs. K?

<p>Inpatient rehabilitation, home rehabilitation with LHIN Home and Community Care, and convalescent care</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some housing and institutional care options for Mrs. K?

<p>Independent senior apartments and long-term care homes</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some community-based care services for Mrs. K?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first-line treatment for mild COPD?

<p>Short-acting bronchodilators</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for stable, symptomatic patients with COPD?

<p>Pulmonary rehabilitation and encouragement to remain active</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of acute exacerbation in COPD?

<p>Sustained increase in dyspnea, cough, or sputum and increased use of maintenance medication</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some community-based care services for Mrs. K?

<p>Adult day programs, meals on wheels, and community organizations</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is inhaled corticosteroid therapy recommended for COPD?

<p>As second-line treatment for moderate COPD</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some risks associated with UC use in older adults?

<p>Increased risk of confusion and agitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of an acute exacerbation in COPD?

<p>A sustained increase in dyspnea, cough, or sputum, and increased use of maintenance medication</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the indications for UCs?

<p>Bladder outlet obstruction and immobility caused by unstable vertebral or pelvic fractures</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first-line treatment for acute exacerbation in COPD?

<p>Short-acting bronchodilators or oral steroids</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some indications for UCs?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of inhaled corticosteroids in COPD management?

<p>Should be added to LABA for moderate-severe COPD with ≥ 1 exacerbation per year</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the best way to manage PIs?

<p>A multidisciplinary approach, addressing host factors, minimizing pressure, providing proper wound care, and monitoring for infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first-line treatment for acute exacerbations in COPD?

<p>Short-acting bronchodilators or oral steroids</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first stage of the NPUAP Staging System for PIs?

<p>Non-blanchable erythema</p> Signup and view all the answers

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