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Evaluating Cognition in Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

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In this chapter, we focus on the neuropsychological evaluation of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a common adult pulmonary disorder characterized by airflow limitation and shortness of breath. First, we will review the epidemiology and diagnostic criteria for COPD and discuss common medical comorbidities associated with COPD. Next, we will review the neuropsychological and neuroimaging literature focused on patients with COPD. Multidisciplinary rehabilitation is commonly prescribed for COPD patients. We will discuss the role of the neuropsychologist within the team. Finally, to more clearly illustrate the neuropsychological evaluation of patients with COPD, we will present a fictional case from our center with details regarding frequent referral questions, special considerations for the clinical interview, selection of cognitive tests, interpretation of tests, and final recommendations for the patient and/or the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team.

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Hoth, K.F., Kozora, E. (2019). Evaluating Cognition in Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. In: Ravdin, L.D., Katzen, H.L. (eds) Handbook on the Neuropsychology of Aging and Dementia. Clinical Handbooks in Neuropsychology. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-93497-6_39

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