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COPD - Evidence-Based Tips And Tricks For The PT And OT Provider

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1.  What does the 6-minute walk test (6MWT) primarily measure for COPD patients participating in rehabilitation?
  1. Lung volume
  2. Peak inspiratory pressure
  3. Functional exercise capacity
  4. Nutritional status
2.  Which of the following best describes how COPD impacts function and quality of life (QOL)?
  1. COPD only affects lung function and has little impact on daily activities.
  2. COPD causes persistent dyspnea, fatigue, and reduced exercise capacity, which limit daily activities and QOL.
  3. COPD mainly leads to occasional cough but does not affect independence or work.
  4. COPD increases life expectancy but reduces physical activity tolerance.
3.  What is a key method for adapting exercise training for COPD patients with ventilatory or cardiovascular limitations?
  1. Using maximal exertion protocols to test endurance
  2. Avoiding exercise altogether during flare-ups
  3. Modifying intensity and duration to match patient tolerance
  4. Replacing exercise with only breathing exercises
4.  Which breathing technique is commonly used to help reduce dyspnea in patients with COPD?
  1. Chest percussion breathing
  2. Alternate nostril breathing
  3. Pursed-lip breathing
  4. Diaphragm resistance
5.  What is one way that occupational and physical therapists support COPD patients with treatment interventions?
  1. Prescribing inhaled medications
  2. Teaching ventilator management
  3. Instructing on energy conservation and daily activity modifications
  4. Managing long-term oxygen therapy equipment

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