COPD: part two

Welcome to the second module in our series looking at COPD. It is based on the Centre for Pharmacy Postgraduate Education (CPPE) focal point programme on Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and is designed to give pharmacy technicians an overview and better understanding of this area of practice.

Learning objectives

• Understand the GOLD and NICE guidelines on COPD
• Be aware of how these guidelines conflict and how they should be used
• Have an understanding of the non-pharmacological management of COPD.