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PCCN Progressive Care Certified Nursing

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A 50-year-old smoker presents with minimal dyspnea, with or without cough and sputum. FEV1 is > 80%. FEV1/FVC is < 70%. What is the stage of COPD?

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Answer: A - The stages of COPD is measured according to the severity of dyspnea. Spirometry helps in measuring the stages of COPD. The stage of COPD this patient is experiencing is stage 1 because in this stage there is minimal dyspnea and FEV1 is > 80%.

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