COPD stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Emphysema, characterized by damaged or enlarged air sacs, and chronic bronchitis, characterized by inflammation of the bronchial tube lining, are the two most common causes of COPD. Asthma involves airway narrowing and swelling, which produces extra mucus. These breathing-related issues become increasingly common among older adults as respiratory muscles weaken with age. After completing the training, participants should understand the disease process, signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests, misconceptions, treatment, therapy, and prognosis.
**The credits provided by this course qualify as patient care credits (“P Units”) in applicable states.**
