Best Practice Management of Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Case-Based Review

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is associated with a high clinical and economic burden the fourth leading cause of death in United States. The management patients COPD aims to minimize control symptoms, prevent exacerbations, improve quality life. We provide an illustrated case study female patient typical progression describe diagnosis, assessment, strategy, referring evidence seen recent studies that supports treatment decisions.