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BCEN CEN Practice Question

A 65-year-old man is treated in the emergency department (ED) for an acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). His dyspnea has improved, and he is now clinically stable for discharge on tiotropium and albuterol inhalers. According to evidence-based discharge bundles for COPD, which intervention is the highest priority to reduce the risk of early readmission?

  • Arrange a follow-up appointment with the primary care provider within 7-10 days

  • Use teach-back to confirm the patient can demonstrate correct inhaler technique and state when to use each medication

  • Assess the need for and order home oxygen therapy based on overnight oximetry

  • Provide written smoking-cessation materials and contact information for a community program

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