A nurse is teaching a patient about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Which information should the nurse include in her teaching session? (Select all that apply). Question 1 options: COPD exacerbations cause shortness of breath and increased sputum production. After a flare-up, the lung tissue returns to normal. COPD is a respiratory disorder that has components of chronic bronchitis and emphysema. COPD is a curable disease. Intermittent flare-ups of the symptoms are expected..