In this episode of the TV show, we focus on categorising a patient according to the Anthonison criteria which helps predict which patients should be given antibiotics for their exacerbation of their COPD. We also explore when to admit a patient to hospital, how to manage a patient in the community, and monitoring recovery of an exacerbation of COPD.
Key messages:
- The Anthonison criteria is a useful measure when making decisions about treatment for an exacerbation of COPD.
- Patients having an exacerbation of their COPD with increased sputum purulence are more likely to benefit from antibiotic therapy.
- Patients recovering from an exacerbation should understand that their recovery might take time.
