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● Research the pathophysiology and medications associated with COPD. Utilize your textbooks, online resources, and other resources as needed.
● Prepare a one-page synthesis that includes a descriiption of the pertinent points of the Shadow Health patient’s condition, including pathophysiology, common medications (combination albuterol/ipratropium inhaler, varenicline, and glycopyrrolate/ formoterol inhaler) used to treat the condition, and any non-pharmacological treatment options.
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● Using the information gathered from your research of the pathophysiology and pharmacology for COPD, develop a patient treatment plan to educate a patient. Your synthesis should include a descriiption of the treatment plan, including diagnostic tests and common medications used to treat each condition, as well as potential medication side effects.
