Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
ChronicObstructivePulmonaryDiseaseCOPD
Learning Outcomes

 

  • Understand the basic anatomy & physiology of the lungs
  • Define what is meant by COPD
  • Describe the causes of COPD
  • List the signs and symptoms of COPD
  • Clarify the effects of smoking & the benefits of quitting
  • Know how to score the level of breathlessness
  • State the therapies that can help improve lung function
  • Specify the pros & cons of medications for the treatment of COPD
  • Know how to safely deal with oxygen therapy
  • Recognise medical emergencies associated with COPD

 

Target Audience
Any Clinical Staff
Band (Suitability)
Band 1 Band 2 Band 3 Band 4 Band 5 Band 6 Band 7 Band 8 Band 9
LD Prospectus Event Category
Continuous Professional Development

Available Dates