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Which medication is NOT typically used in the management of COPD?
Which medication is NOT typically used in the management of COPD?
- Steroids
- Diuretics
- Antipyretics (correct)
- Antibiotics
What is the primary purpose of placing a COPD patient in the fowlers or semi fowlers position?
What is the primary purpose of placing a COPD patient in the fowlers or semi fowlers position?
- Improve gas exchange (correct)
- Prevent lung collapse
- Reduce pulmonary hypertension
- Increase lung compliance
Which nursing diagnosis is most directly related to bronchoconstriction and increased mucous production in COPD?
Which nursing diagnosis is most directly related to bronchoconstriction and increased mucous production in COPD?
- Ineffective breathing pattern R/T shortness of breath
- Impaired airway clearance R/T bronchoconstriction (correct)
- Impaired Gas exchange R/T chronic inhalation of toxin
- Activity intolerance R/T fatigue
Which complication of COPD is characterized by abnormally low levels of oxygen in the blood?
Which complication of COPD is characterized by abnormally low levels of oxygen in the blood?
What is a key component of health education for a COPD patient?
What is a key component of health education for a COPD patient?
What is the primary purpose of a Pulmonary Function Test (PFT) in COPD management?
What is the primary purpose of a Pulmonary Function Test (PFT) in COPD management?
Which test is specifically used to evaluate airflow obstruction in COPD patients?
Which test is specifically used to evaluate airflow obstruction in COPD patients?
What is the primary function of bronchodilators in COPD management?
What is the primary function of bronchodilators in COPD management?
Which device is commonly used to provide supplemental oxygen in COPD patients?
Which device is commonly used to provide supplemental oxygen in COPD patients?
What is the main purpose of incentive spirometry in COPD management?
What is the main purpose of incentive spirometry in COPD management?
Which medication is used in COPD management to improve alveolar ventilation?
Which medication is used in COPD management to improve alveolar ventilation?
What is the primary focus of pulmonary rehabilitation in COPD management?
What is the primary focus of pulmonary rehabilitation in COPD management?
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