Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a disabling disease that affects all the aspects of a patient's life and should be diagnosed and treated early, as it causes several social, psychological and marital problems, in addition to an increased dependency and depression.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2007
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Pharmacology of bronchodilators
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The three main classes of bronchodilators are beta2 agonists, anticholinergics, and theophyllines. They are effective and well tolerated as they are the best given by inhaler. The correct technique is vital if the patient is to get the best possible benefit.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2004
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Respiratory procedures: use of an inhaler
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The article discusses in detail the procedures for use of an inhaler in the treatment of respiratory disorders.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2007
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