Best Practice Management of Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Case-Based Review

Michelle Vega-Olivo, David M.G. Halpin, Mei Lan K. Han, Nicola A. Hanania, Ravi Kalhan, David A. Lipson, Neil MacIntyre, Dawn Midwinter, Marjorie Stiegler, Corinne Young, Fernando J. Martinez, Gerard J. Criner

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Abstract

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is associated with a high clinical and economic burden and is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. The management of patients with COPD aims to minimize and control symptoms, prevent exacerbations, and improve quality of life. We provide an illustrated case study of a female patient with typical progression of COPD and describe the diagnosis, assessment, and management strategy, referring to the evidence seen in recent studies that supports the treatment decisions.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)730-735
Number of pages6
JournalJournal for Nurse Practitioners
Volume18
Issue number7
DOIs
StatePublished - Jul 1 2022

Keywords

  • COPD
  • bronchodilator
  • inhaled corticosteroid
  • symptoms

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Advanced and Specialized Nursing

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