Question

A 52-year-old treated as an outpatient for nonsevere community-acquired pneumonia is afebrile and clinically stable by day 4. What is the recommended minimum duration of antibiotic therapy?

Accepted Answer

At least 5 days and until clinically stable for 48-72 hours

Answer

3 days

Answer

7 days for all patients

Answer

14 days

Answer

10 days for all patients

Practice question

A 52-year-old treated as an outpatient for nonsevere community-acquired pneumonia is afebrile and clinically stable by day 4. What is the recommended minimum duration of antibiotic therapy?