Acute Exacerbation

• What does AECOPD stand for?

  Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
• What is the most frequent cause of acute hospitalization in adults related to chronic conditions?

  AECOPD
• What major factor contributes to the aggravation and progression of COPD?

  Recurring respiratory tract infection
• How does recurring respiratory tract infection affect COPD?

  It increases morbidity and mortality associated with COPD
• What is a primary goal of outpatient management of COPD?

  To prevent future AECOPD
• What are some outcomes as COPD progresses?

  Skeletal muscle dysfunction, right-sided heart failure
• What are the outcomes associated with the progression of COPD?

  • Skeletal muscle dysfunction
  • Right-sided heart failure
  • Secondary polycythemia
  • Depression
  • Altered nutrition