au-amc MCQ (SBA): Acute exacerbation of COPD with type 2 respiratory failure

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A 68-year-old man with COPD is admitted with an acute exacerbation and type 2 respiratory failure. After initial bronchodilators and controlled oxygen, his pH is 7.27 and PaCO2 is 8.5 kPa. According to respiratory guidelines, what is the most appropriate next step?

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au-amc MCQ: Acute exacerbation of COPD with type 2 respiratory failure