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COPD

October 15th, 2010 - October 15th, 2013
1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit Hours

Description

According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, about 12 million people in the United States have COPD. COPD can cause a variety of symptoms, including: chronic or persistent cough, Increased mucus, shortness of breath especially during physical activity, wheezing, and a tight feeling in the chest.
GOLD COPD Guideline
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Dates and Times

End Date: 10/15/2013

Objectives

Upon completion of this educational activity, the participant will be able to: 1.) Review the stepwise approach to COPD management based on stage. 2.) Review pharmacology treatments for COPD. 3.) Identify the role of supplemental oxygen in COPD. 4.) Review the rationale for pulmonary rehabilitation in COPD.

Webcasts Files

File Link

COPD Handout 2 per page

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COPD Handout 4 per page

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Speakers

  • Dr. Philip Diaz, MD
    • COPD
  • Dr. Michael Ezzie, MD
    • COPD

Accreditation

The Center for Continuing Medical Education (CCME) at The Ohio State University is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME®) to provide continuing medical education for physicians

The Center for Continuing Medical Education (CCME) at The Ohio State University designates this webcasts for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s) ™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.