COPD Management MCQ — NEET PG Practice Question | NEETPGAI
COPD Management
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A 62-year-old man with COPD GOLD stage III (FEV₁ 35% predicted) presents with acute exacerbation: increased dyspnea, purulent sputum, and fever for 3 days. On examination: RR 28/min, SpO₂ 88% on room air, accessory muscle use. Chest X-ray shows no infiltrate. ABG: pH 7.32, PaCO₂ 52 mmHg, HCO₃⁻ 26 mEq/L, PaO₂ 58 mmHg. What is the most appropriate immediate next step?
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