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. 2015 Jan;84(1):13–21.

Table 1:

Key indicators that increase the pre-test probability of COPD

Indicators: Description:
Dyspnea

  • Progressive

  • Worse with exercise

  • Persistent
Chronic Cough

  • May be intermittent and may be non-productive
Chronic Sputum

  • Any pattern of sputum production
Exposures

  • Tobacco smoke

  • Exposure to home cooking or home heating fuels

  • Occupational dusts/chemicals