Activity aim
In this clinical audit, you will identify patients with COPD who have a history of moderate to severe exacerbations in the past 12 months and an increased risk of cardiovascular events. You will consider how your patient’s self-management behaviours, inhaled COPD medications and prescribed non-pharmacological treatments could be further optimised, in line with evidence-based guidelines, to improve symptom control and reduce the risk of further exacerbations.
Why take part in this program?
- Identify five suitable patients for this activity who have previously been diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- Earn 6.5 CPD hours upon completion.
Learning outcomes
At the end of this program you will be able to:- Understand the relationship between acute COPD exacerbations and risk of cardiovascular events.
- Identify patients with COPD who have increased morbidity and mortality risk.
- Develop strategies for recognising and reducing the incidence of exacerbations in COPD.
- Implement an effective management plan for patients with COPD.
Inclusion criteria
Patients who are eligible for this clinical audit are adults who are:
- aged 18 years or older
- previously diagnosed with COPD
- 1 or more severe COPD exacerbations requiring hospitalisation in past 12 months, OR 2 or more moderate exacerbations in the past 12 months
How long should it take?
The program has been designed to take approximately 4-6 weeks to complete. This includes patient recall from your practice, patient consult and program evaluation.
Tips to recruit patients
Recruitment may occur:
- Opportunistically as you consult appropriate patients as part of usual care.
- By active recall.
This activity is sponsored by AstraZeneca Australia.
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