COPD’s changing diagnosis, identification and management, and treatment of exacerbations

In this episode of the MIMS Learning podcast, the MIMS Learning editors look at the diagnosis and management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in primary care. 

They explore why the Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) has changed its definition of COPD in recent years and why this is important. They also look at the risk factors for COPD, how it is diagnosed, management options, and identifying and treating exacerbations.

After listening to this podcast, healthcare professionals should be more able to:

• Discuss the mortality and morbidity associated with COPD
• Review the risk factors for COPD, including alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency
• State which tests are used for identifying airflow obstruction
• Understand management strategies, including dual and triple therapies
• Appreciate the need to identify and treat exacerbations

You can access the website version of this podcast on MIMS Learning to make notes for your appraisal. MIMS Learning offers hundreds of hours of CPD for healthcare professionals, along with a handy CPD organiser.

Please note: this podcast is presented by medical editors and discusses educational content written or presented by doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals on the MIMS Learning website and at live events.

Resources from MIMS Learning

Guidance update: global strategy for prevention, diagnosis and management of COPD

COPD pathology and diagnosis

COPD monitoring and exacerbations

COPD management and comorbidities

COPD and mental wellbeing

Pulmonary rehabilitation for people with breathlessness

Interstitial lung disease: clinical review

The role of integrated care in the management of COPD

Inhaler prescribing for better outcomes

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