Podcast: Diagnosing and Managing Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) in Primary Care

Podcast: Diagnosing and Managing Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) in Primary Care is organized by MIMS Learning.

Published: 20 November 2024
Review due: 20 November 2027

Description:
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common, progressive condition associated with high mortality and morbidity. In this episode of the Clinical Update podcast, the MIMS Learning editors look at its diagnosis and management in primary care.

They explore why the Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) has changed its definition of COPD in recent years, which tests are used for identifying airflow obstruction, and review management options.

Educational objectives:
After listening to this podcast, healthcare professionals should be more able to:

• Discuss the mortality and morbidity associated with COPD
• Review the risk factors for COPD, including alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency
• Understand management strategies, including dual and triple therapies
• Appreciate the need to identify and treat exacerbations