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Summary of the COPD-X guidelines

 
C: Confirm diagnosis and assess severity
Evidence level
I
I
II
  1. The diagnosis of COPD rests on the demonstration of airflow limitation which is not fully reversible
II

 

O: Optimise function
Evidence level
I
I
I
II
I
I
I

III-2

P: Prevent deterioration
Evidence level
I
I
I
I
 I
I
I

II

D: Develop support network and self-management plan
Evidence level
I
II
II
 
 

 

X: Manage eXacerbations
Evidence level
I
I
I
II
II
II
III-2
 
 

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