Question

A 64-year-old with CAP is improving clinically after 48 hours inpatient therapy. No MRSA/Pseudomonas. Total duration recommended?

Accepted Answer

5 days minimum if clinically stable with normal vitals and mentation

Answer

10-14 days mandatory

Answer

2 days is enough

Answer

Stop as soon as afebrile regardless

Answer

>=14 days for all

Practice question

A 64-year-old with CAP is improving clinically after 48 hours inpatient therapy. No MRSA/Pseudomonas. Total duration recommended?