The Community Health Nurse Is Preparing an Educational Program for Local

The community health nurse is preparing an educational program for local residents. Which information does the nurse include about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) ? Select all that apply.

A) Cigarette smoking is the leading cause of COPD.
B) Approximately 80% to 90% of deaths from COPD are related to smoking.
C) There is an increased incidence of COPD in individuals who abuse alcohol.
D) Less than 5% of all COPD cases are caused by deficiency in alpha-1 antitrypsin.
E) COPD is completely reversible if the individual stops smoking.