Practice question

Answer the question and get instant feedback.

MediumRespiratoryCOPD exacerbationca-mccqe1ca-rcpsc-em

A 72-year-old man with COPD and increased cough, purulent sputum and dyspnoea for 3 days presents to the ED. He is afebrile, RR 24/min, SpO₂ 91% on room air, and has no signs of pneumonia. This is his second moderate exacerbation this year. What is the most appropriate pharmacologic management in addition to inhaled bronchodilators and oxygen?

Educational content. Not a substitute for clinical judgement or local policy.