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Acute exacerbations of COPD are responsible for considerable morbidity and mortality, and they can seriously compromise quality of life. For this reason, prevention of exacerbations and early intervention when they occur are critical for optimizing outcomes in COPD patients. Pulmonologists and primary care clinicians who treat patients with COPD need education in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of acute exacerbations. This online activity helps the clinician achieve a greater understanding of the etiology and pathophysiology of acute exacerbations and the relevant risk factors. You will learn about diagnostic procedures and preventive strategies—both pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic—as well as effective treatments and suggested follow-up procedures. The activity concludes with algorithms designed to organize a stepwise approach to treatment.
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