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.
The symptoms of COPD include shortness of breath, a loose cough that produces large amount of mucus, and chest tightness. Complications of COPD can be serious, even life threatening, and result in additional symptoms. For more details on symptoms, refer to symptoms of COPD.