Knowledge Base

COPD Exacerbation

Knowledge Base

title: "COPD Exacerbation"

COPD Exacerbation

Key Facts

NIV is first-line for COPD exacerbation with respiratory acidosis (pH < 7.35)

Target SpO₂ in COPD is 88-92% to reduce risk of oxygen-associated hypercapnia (mainly V/Q mismatch + Haldane effect)

Source: COPD-X Plan.

Overview

This article covers Triggers, Management, NIV indications.

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Triggers

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Management

Oxygen delivery devices - use Venturi for COPD to achieve controlled FiO₂

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NIV indications

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Sources

  • CC Bible
  • COPD-X Plan

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Related Topics

See also: Respiratory Failure: Type 1 & Type 2, Oxygen Therapy, NIV (Non-Invasive Ventilation)