Discuss in detail chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

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Discuss in detail chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

1. Compare and contrast chronic bronchitis and emphysema (include manifestations, etiologies, diagnosis and treatment).

2. Describe the pathophysiology of COPD (include heart, kidney, respiratory muscle compensations, pH discussion, ventilation/perfusion mismatching)

3. What is the significance of the central chemoreceptors in the brainstem in relation to the body's response to these conditions. Why can it be dangerous to give patients high flow oxygen?

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