Question

A 45-year-old patient is admitted with an acute exacerbation of COPD. He has a respiratory rate of 32/min, SpO2 of 86% on air, and pH of 7.30 on arterial blood gas. Which of the following is the most appropriate initial oxygen therapy target according to BTS/NICE guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Aim for SpO2 of 88-92%

Answer

Aim for SpO2 of >94%

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Aim for SpO2 of 80-85%

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Aim for SpO2 of 92-96%

Answer

Give 100% oxygen via non-rebreather mask

Practice question

A 45-year-old patient is admitted with an acute exacerbation of COPD. He has a respiratory rate of 32/min, SpO2 of 86% on air, and pH of 7.30 on arterial blood gas. Which of the following is the most appropriate initial oxygen therapy target according to BTS/NICE guidelines?