Question

A 68-year-old male smoker presents with chronic cough, sputum production, and exertional breathlessness. Spirometry confirms COPD. Which of the following is recommended first-line for patients with moderate COPD to help improve symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA)

Answer

Short-acting muscarinic antagonist (SAMA) as needed

Answer

Long-acting beta-2 agonist (LABA) combined with inhaled corticosteroid (ICS)

Answer

Oral theophylline

Answer

Roflumilast

Practice question

A 68-year-old male smoker presents with chronic cough, sputum production, and exertional breathlessness. Spirometry confirms COPD. Which of the following is recommended first-line for patients with moderate COPD to help improve symptoms?