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Overview
This joint guideline by the American College of Chest Physicians and Canadian Thoracic Society covers the prevention of acute exacerbations experienced by patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder. See recommendations 4 and 5 for information on pulmonary rehabilitation.
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Date: March 13, 2023
Contact: practice@apta.org
Content Type: CPG
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Conditions, Muscular Dystrophy, Respiratory Conditions, Myasthenia Gravis
Young Adult (19-24), Adult (25-44), Middle Aged (45-64), Aged (65+), 80 and over (80+)
Khan A, Frazer-Green L, Amin R, et al; American College of Chest Physicians, Canadian Thoracic Society
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