Question

A 66-year-old man presents with acute pulmonary oedema (severe breathlessness, frothy sputum, crackles, hypoxia). Which immediate treatment is most appropriate in primary/ED setting?

Accepted Answer

High-flow oxygen, IV furosemide, consider nitrates

Answer

IV fluids 500 mL bolus

Answer

Oral furosemide and observe

Answer

Immediate ACE inhibitor loading dose

Answer

Nebulised salbutamol alone

Practice question

A 66-year-old man presents with acute pulmonary oedema (severe breathlessness, frothy sputum, crackles, hypoxia). Which immediate treatment is most appropriate in primary/ED setting?