The nominal interest is 12% per year, so the nominal. interest rate per 6 mo is 6%. The effective interest rate. per 6 mo. is also 6% since the compounding period. equals to the interest rate period (6 mo.). Chapter 4 Nominal and Effective Interest. Rates 20.
How COPD Is Treated. Once COPD has been diagnosed, you and your doctor can select the best treatment options to manage your COPD. These may include medications, rehabilitation or surgery that may improve your quality of life.
They are considered a good first choice for treating stable COPD in a person whose symptoms come and go (intermittent symptoms). They include: Anticholinergics (such as ipratropium). Beta2-agonists (such as albuterol or levalbuterol). A combination of the two (such as a combination of albuterol and ipratropium).