COPD-Long-Term Oxygen Therapy — SCE Respiratory MCQ

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A 72-year-old with severe COPD and PaO₂ 58 mm Hg, polycythaemia and cor pulmonale signs. Does he qualify for LTOT?

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Correct answer: A — Yes; PaO₂ 56-59 with cor pulmonale/polycythaemia meets criteria

LTOT is indicated for PaO₂ 56-59 mm Hg with evidence of tissue hypoxia (e.g., cor pulmonale, polycythaemia) or PaO₂ ≤55 mm Hg.

Reference: GOLD Pocket Guide (2025): Global Strategy for COPD