Term
COPD Therapy
Stage I: Mild |
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Definition
Active reduction of risk factors: Influenza Vacination
Add Short acting bronchodilator PRN |
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Term
COPD Therapy
Stage II: Moderate |
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Definition
| Add Regular treatment with one or more long-acting bronchodilators; add rehabilitation |
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Term
COPD Therapy
Stage III: Severe |
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Definition
| Add inhaled glucocorticosteroids if repeated exacerbations |
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Term
COPD Therapy
Stage IV: Very Severe |
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Definition
Add long term oxygen if chronic respiratory failure
Consider surgical treatments |
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