Question

A 54-year-old man is diagnosed with CAP and influenza A co-infection in the ED. He is hypoxic requiring admission. Which statement is correct?

Accepted Answer

Start oseltamivir as soon as possible regardless of time since onset

Answer

Delay oseltamivir until pneumonia resolves

Answer

Antivirals are ineffective after 48 hours

Answer

Treat influenza only with baloxavir in hospitalized adults

Answer

Treat with steroids for influenza

Practice question

A 54-year-old man is diagnosed with CAP and influenza A co-infection in the ED. He is hypoxic requiring admission. Which statement is correct?