A COPD exacerbation patient has pH 7.28 and PaCO₂ 62 mm Hg with increased work of breathing. Best ventilatory strategy?...

Question

A COPD exacerbation patient has pH 7.28 and PaCO₂ 62 mm Hg with increased work of breathing. Best ventilatory strategy?

Accepted Answer

Start noninvasive ventilation (BiPAP)

Answer

Diuretics

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Antibiotics only

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Intubate immediately

Answer

Admit to floor without ventilatory support

us-abem MCQ (SBA): COPD Exacerbation with Hypercapnia