Question

A 72-year-old with COPD presents with an acute exacerbation (increased dyspnea and sputum purulence). Vitals stable. What systemic steroid regimen is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Prednisone 40 mg daily for 5 days

Answer

Methylprednisolone 125 mg IV every 6 hours for 10 days

Answer

Prednisone 20 mg daily for 14 days

Answer

Dexamethasone 8 mg IM once

Answer

Hydrocortisone 100 mg IV every 8 hours for 7 days

Practice question

A 72-year-old with COPD presents with an acute exacerbation (increased dyspnea and sputum purulence). Vitals stable. What systemic steroid regimen is recommended?