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PharmaEssentials Guide to asthma and COPD provides an overview
of asthma and COPD. The guide reviews the techniques used in the
diagnosis and monitoring of these diseases. Therapeutic options,
ongoing research and the role of new potential therapies in the
management of asthma and COPD are examined.
PharmaEssentials guides are designed to provide the fundamentals
of a therapy area in a concise and user-friendly format. Learning
objectives for each PharmaEssentials guide are set along with
specific objectives for each chapter.
Learning objectives:
After reviewing this guide, the reader will be able to:
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Understand the principles underlying the respiratory system
and the role of cellular mechanisms involved in normal respiratory
function
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Identify the features of airway obstruction and the pathophysiology
of airway disease
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Describe current diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for
managing patients with asthma and COPD
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Discuss the therapeutic options for the management of patients
with respiratory disease
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Understand the possible complications of respiratory disease
and what steps can be taken to reduce their impact
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Target audience |
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This report is likely to be of interest
to those new to the field of respiratory medicine, particularly
those with an interest in asthma and COPD. Additionally
those in the field requiring a current industry snapshot
will find this report of use.
A scientific background is not required as the reader is
provided with a thorough grounding of the normal physiological
function of the respiratory system prior to discussing asthma
and obstructive airway disease. A full glossary and list
of abbreviations is provided along with references for further
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