#378 Acute Exacerbations of COPD (AECOPD)

76 min • 23 januari 2023

Pro Tips & Practical Insights from Dr. Jim O’Brien

Are acute COPD exacerbations taking the wind out of YOUR sails? Join us as we navigate the stormy waters that can be AECOPD with our guest expert, Dr. Jim O’Brien from National Jewish Health Center.

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Show Segments

Intro, disclaimer, guest bio
What is a COPD
Case from Kashlak - Natalie Harrison
Knee jerk reaction: Determining level of illness & disposition
Initial work-up considerations
What’s in your differential?
The second-order assessment - shuffling the differential, honing in on the patient
AECOPD: Triggers & Pathophysiology
Treatment Pearls I: Steroids
Treatment Pearls II: Antibiotics
Treatment Pearls III: Bronchodilators
Treatment Pearls IV: Oxygen Therapy
Preparing for discharge
Take home points
Lightning Round! Getting to know Dr. O’Brien & Picks of the Week*
Outro

Credits

Writer & Producer: Cyrus Askin MD
Show Notes, Infographic & Cover Art: Cyrus Askin MD
Hosts: Meredith Trubitt MD, Monee Amin MD & Cyrus Askin MD
Reviewer: Sai Achi, MD MBA
Showrunner: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
Technical Production: PodPaste
Guest: Jim O’Brien MD

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