Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions regarding chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD):

1. Do my symptoms indicate COPD?
   
   
2. What tests will you use to determine if I have COPD?
   
   
3. What may have caused me to develop COPD?
   
   
4. Will COPD have an effect on my asthma?
   
   
5. What are my treatment options?
   
   
6. Can you recommend a strategy for me to stop smoking?
   
   
7. Should I make changes in my diet?
   
   
8. Can you recommend stress management techniques?
   
   
9. How can I prevent COPD?
   
   
10. Are my children more likely to develop COPD because I have the condition?