Question

A patient presents with an acute exacerbation of COPD characterized by increased sputum purulence, volume, and worsened dyspnoea. He is systemically unwell. Which antibiotic option is most appropriate empiric therapy in the UK outpatient setting?

Accepted Answer

A. Amoxicillin

Answer

B. Ciprofloxacin

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C. Metronidazole

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D. Trimethoprim

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E. Flucloxacillin

Practice question

A patient presents with an acute exacerbation of COPD characterized by increased sputum purulence, volume, and worsened dyspnoea. He is systemically unwell. Which antibiotic option is most appropriate empiric therapy in the UK outpatient setting?