A known case of COPD with acute exacerbation of symptoms. On examination the patient was conscious and alert, pulse was 110 beats/ min and bilateral wheeze present. All of the following are true in the management of the patient except:
Permissible hypercapnia allowed
IV steroids
Non invasive ventilation is contraindicated
Inhalation with salbutamol
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