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MediumRespiratory MedicineAcute Exacerbation of COPDukmlamrcgp aktpaneprescribing safety assessment

A 70-year-old man with COPD (FEV1 45% predicted) presents with increased breathlessness, increased sputum volume, and sputum purulence over the past 2 days. He normally uses a LAMA/LABA inhaler. His oxygen saturation is 90% on air. According to NICE NG114, what is the most appropriate initial management for this exacerbation in primary care?

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