Question

A 64-year-old with severe COPD asks whether daily SABA alone is recommended. Which statement is correct?

Accepted Answer

SABA-only is not preferred; a long-acting bronchodilator should be initiated

Answer

ICS monotherapy is preferred initially

Answer

Theophylline is first-line due to cost

Answer

Triple therapy is first-line for all

Answer

Antibiotics reduce exacerbations in all patients and should be long-term

Practice question

A 64-year-old with severe COPD asks whether daily SABA alone is recommended. Which statement is correct?