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Overview
Mario, a 40-year-old male presents with respiratory symptoms and sleep difficulties associated with his diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
After being hospitalised 3 times in recent months, despite following his current treatment plan, Mario is seeking a more effective solution.
In this case study, we explore how Mario’s team prescribed non-inhaled medical cannabis products to treat his respiratory symptoms, restore his sleep quality, and improve his quality of life.Preview this case study by watching the video above.
Estimated Duration: 1 hour
Access Duration: 12 months from date of purchase
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this case study, you’ll be able to:
- Explain the pathophysiology of COPD and identify common management strategies
- Discuss the potential benefits and limitations of medical cannabis as a treatment option for patients with COPD
- Identify suitable candidates for medical cannabis treatment
- Facilitate clinical discussions with patients around medical cannabis as a therapeutic option in symptom management of COPD
- Devise treatment plans that consider patient safety and minimise risk
- Offer effective patient education and treatment advice on the therapeutic use of medical cannabis
Overview
Mario, a 40-year-old male presents with respiratory symptoms and sleep difficulties associated with his diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
After being hospitalised 3 times in recent months, despite following his current treatment plan, Mario is seeking a more effective solution.
In this case study, we explore how Mario’s team prescribed non-inhaled medical cannabis products to treat his respiratory symptoms, restore his sleep quality, and improve his quality of life.
Preview this case study by watching the video above.
Estimated Duration: 1 hour
Access Duration: 12 months from date of purchase
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this case study, you’ll be able to:
- Explain the pathophysiology of COPD and identify common management strategies
- Discuss the potential benefits and limitations of medical cannabis as a treatment option for patients with COPD
- Identify suitable candidates for medical cannabis treatment
- Facilitate clinical discussions with patients around medical cannabis as a therapeutic option in symptom management of COPD
- Devise treatment plans that consider patient safety and minimise risk
- Offer effective patient education and treatment advice on the therapeutic use of medical cannabis