Treatment for COPD,”Bronchodilators (anticholinergics, beta agonists or both)Give IV steroids and antibiotics (azithromycin, levofloxacin, doxycycline) for acute exacerbations. Do not use steroids long-term. Keep SaO2 90-93%

Treatment for COPD,”Bronchodilators (anticholinergics, beta agonists or both)Give IV steroids and antibiotics (azithromycin, levofloxacin, doxycycline) for acute exacerbations. Do not use steroids long-term. Keep SaO2 90-93%

>93% puts at risk fo CO2 retention and Haldane effect Beta blockers are typically contraindicated in acute COPD or asthma exacerbation”