A heavy smoker with chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD), managed using inhaled steroids and nebulisers.
Occupation:
Restaurant owner
Reason for admission:
Hamza presented to the Emergency Department in respiratory distress.
*This case study is based on real events and is intended for educational and illustrative purposes only. Some patient details have been changed to preserve confidentiality. Individual outcomes may vary.
*This case study is based on real events and is intended for educational and illustrative purposes only. Some patient details have been changed to preserve confidentiality. Individual outcomes may vary.
Age:
Medical history:
Reason for admission:
Occupation:
61 years old
A heavy smoker with chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD), managed using inhaled steroids and nebulisers.
Hamza presented to the Emergency Department in respiratory distress.