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Airflow Obstruction

Curriculum Block

Part 1 / Medical Foundation 1 / Respirology
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Curriculum Block
Part 1 Medical Foundation 1 Respirology
Curriculum Week
Part 1
Discipline
Pulmonary Medicine
MeSH
Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive [C08.381.495.389]

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Child Objectives
  • Describe the factors that determine airway calibre (upper and lower), including autonomic control and chemical mediators of inflammation.
  • Explain the basic pathophysiology of the diseases which result in airway obstruction (upper and lower airway).
  • Explain the effects of airflow obstruction on the respiratory tract, lung mechanics and gas exchange. Use this knowledge to explain the symptoms and signs with which the patient with lower or upper airway obstruction presents.
  • Explain the assessment of airflow obstruction using diagnostic tests.
  • Develop a mechanism-based approach to management of airflow obstruction.
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