Explain the pathophysiology of the primary problem

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ASSESSMENT:

1. Acute COPD exacerbation

2. Community-acquired pneumonia

3. Diabetes mellitus type II

4. Hypertension

5. Dyslipidemia

6. GERD

7. Chronic stable angina

PAST MEDICAL HISTORY:

1. COPD

2. Hypertension

3. Dyslipidemia

4. Chronic stable angina

5. GERD

6. Diabetes mellitus type II

7. Osteoarthritis

FAMILY HISTORY: Father died from lung cancer. Mother is alive, age 80, also has COPD and is being treated with oxygen. One sister, developed heart disease in her 50s. One daughter and three grandchildren, alive and well.

SOCIAL HISTORY: Patient is recently retired beef products worker. Married once and divorced at age 35. Lives with elderly mother. Smokes two packs of cigarettes daily for at least 30 years. Social drinker in last 15 years. He is Catholic. No significant cultural implications reported.

Can you explain the pathophysiology of the primary problem? (medical diagnosis in your own words, cite your source and do not cut and paste from source). And can you describe how your client's medical history/physical condition/risk factors led to the development of their chief complaint/primary problem?

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