Question

A 68-year-old with COPD exacerbation (increased dyspnea, sputum volume and purulence) is managed as an outpatient. Which oral steroid regimen is guideline-concordant?

Accepted Answer

Prednisone 40 mg daily for 5 days

Answer

Prednisone 20 mg daily for 14 days

Answer

Prednisone 60 mg daily for 14 days

Answer

Methylprednisolone 4 mg taper over 12 days (dose-pack)

Answer

Dexamethasone 6 mg daily for 10 days

Practice question

A 68-year-old with COPD exacerbation (increased dyspnea, sputum volume and purulence) is managed as an outpatient. Which oral steroid regimen is guideline-concordant?