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Viewing & Listening
Understanding a COPD
a.
Watch the video about COPD and answer decide if each statement is True (T) or False (F).
No Statement True/False
1. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
(COPD) damages different parts of the lung
making it hard to breathe.
2. Millions of people living with COPD don’t
know they have the disease.
3. COPD is not a leading cause of death in the
USA.
4. COPD that causes inflamed airways, mucus
production, and coughing is called bronchitis.
5. Emphysema happens when tiny air sacs in the
lungs are destroyed.
6. Emphysema does not cause shortness of
breath.
7. People with COPD can only have chronic
bronchitis or emphysema.
b. Listen to a nurse at Beaumont Hospital giving education to patients with COPD about lifestyle
choices. Number the suggestions given according to her explanation.
You should also avoid fumes and chemicals.
Wash your hands or use hand sanitizer
regularly.
It is recommended to stop wearing perfume
or scented hygiene products.
Limit contact with anyone who maybe sick.
The best thing to do is quit smoking.
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