In patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and Cor Pulmonale, which of the following improves mortality: A. Multikin (not a standard medication), B. Inhaler steroid, C. Long-Acting Beta Agonist (LABA), D. O2 (oxygen) therapy?

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