Question

A 68-year-old with COPD, dyspnea (CAT 21), 2 exacerbations last year, and blood eosinophils 80/µL. What initial inhaled pharmacotherapy is recommended?

Accepted Answer

LABA/LAMA combination

Answer

Short-acting beta-agonist as needed only

Answer

ICS monotherapy daily

Answer

LABA monotherapy daily

Answer

LABA/ICS combination

Practice question

A 68-year-old with COPD, dyspnea (CAT 21), 2 exacerbations last year, and blood eosinophils 80/µL. What initial inhaled pharmacotherapy is recommended?