Exam Preview for 1710: Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lu

Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD): COPD Updates

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1. What clinical indicators should be considered for the diagnosis of COPD? Dyspnea that is worse with exercise A cough associated with a cold Recurrent migraines No history of risk factors
2. What are some suggestive features of COPD when considering a differential diagnosis? Can occur in children Family history of asthma Symptoms slowly progressing and a history of tobacco smoking Most patients are males and nonsmokers
3. What is correct about bronchodilators in stable COPD? Single inhaler therapy may be more convenient and effective than multiple inhalers Regular use of SABAs does not improve FEV1 or symptoms LABAs significantly decrease lung function and health status LAMAs have a lesser effect on exacerbation reduction compared to LABAs
4. What therapy may slow down the progression of emphysema for patients with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin deficiency? NPPV Vasodilators Antitussives Intravenous augmentation therapy
5. What are recommended protective strategies for managing COPD with suspected or proven COVID-19? Have the COVID-19 vaccinations in line with national recommendations Follow basic infection control measures Maintain physical distancing All of the above