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Oral prednisolone rescue pack — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateRespiratory TherapeuticsOral prednisolone rescue packGPhC CRA

A patient with COPD has a rescue pack containing prednisolone 30mg daily for 5 days and doxycycline. They ask when to start the prednisolone. They are currently well and have no increased breathlessness. What is the most appropriate alternative?

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Correct answer: E — Use it according to the personalised exacerbation plan

Rescue packs should be used according to an agreed COPD exacerbation action plan. Prednisolone is not intended as routine monthly prevention or as a replacement for maintenance inhalers. Sharing prescription medicines is unsafe and should be discouraged.

Reference: NICE CKS; BNF