Pneumology: How is management of COPD exacerbation?

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How is management of COPD exacerbation?

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O2 if SaO2<89%, IV corticosteroids, bronchodilators, IV Abx, NIPPV (if hypercapnic with respiratory acidosis), fulminant failure need mechanical ventilator

Pneumology

How is management of COPD exacerbation?

O2 if SaO2<89%, IV corticosteroids, bronchodilators, IV Abx, NIPPV (if hypercapnic with respiratory acidosis), fulminant failure need mechanical ventilator

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