COPD Flashcards
1
Q
In a pt with COPD who’s sx are not controlled on salbutamol PRN, what tx would you give if they have no asthmatic features?
A
Combined regular LABA and LAMA
2
Q
Asthmatic features in COPD?
A
Eosinophilia
Diurnal variation
Hx of asthma/atopy
3
Q
COPD Pt with regular LABA and LAMA - when would you consider increasing their regular maintenance treatment? what to?
A
Severe exacerbation or 2 mod exacerbations
or ongoing unmanageable sx
Trial Laba + LAMA + ICS for 3 months
4
Q
Acute COPD exacerbation. Dosage of nebs?
A
2.5-5mg salbutamol + 500mcg ipratropium (4-6 hourly)
