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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

    <p>Respiratory insufficiency or failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key component of health education for a COPD patient?

    <p>Promoting smoking cessation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a Pulmonary Function Test (PFT) in COPD management?

    <p>To determine disease severity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which test is specifically used to evaluate airflow obstruction in COPD patients?

    <p>Spirometry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of bronchodilators in COPD management?

    <p>Relieve bronchospasm and airway obstruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which device is commonly used to provide supplemental oxygen in COPD patients?

    <p>Venturi Mask</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of incentive spirometry in COPD management?

    <p>To encourage deep breathing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is used in COPD management to improve alveolar ventilation?

    <p>Bronchodilators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of pulmonary rehabilitation in COPD management?

    <p>Encouraging deep breathing exercises</p> Signup and view all the answers

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