Question

A 66-year-old with HTN and CKD (eGFR 52) presents with dyspnea and suspected CAP. PSI is class II; CURB-65 is 1. Which tool is preferred to guide site of care?

Accepted Answer

PSI is preferred over CURB-65

Answer

CURB-65 is preferred

Answer

Either; both are equal per guideline

Answer

Use PCT exclusively

Answer

Use SOFA score only

Practice question

A 66-year-old with HTN and CKD (eGFR 52) presents with dyspnea and suspected CAP. PSI is class II; CURB-65 is 1. Which tool is preferred to guide site of care?