Question

A 60-year-old with COPD and SaO2 90% at rest but drops to 84% with exertion. Long-term oxygen therapy?

Accepted Answer

Indicated only if SaO2 <=88% at rest

Answer

Indicated based on exertional desaturation alone

Answer

Indicated if age >60

Answer

Not indicated unless PaCO2 elevated

Answer

Mandatory at night

Practice question

A 60-year-old with COPD and SaO2 90% at rest but drops to 84% with exertion. Long-term oxygen therapy?