Question

A 63-year-old hospitalized with nonsevere CAP asks about steroids. Which statement aligns with current guidance?

Accepted Answer

Base therapy solely on procalcitonin suppression

Answer

Give routine systemic steroids to shorten stay

Answer

Use steroids for all CAP ≥65 years

Answer

Avoid routine steroids in nonsevere CAP; consider only for refractory septic shock or other indications

Answer

Lengthen antibiotics to 14 days if no steroids

Practice question

A 63-year-old hospitalized with nonsevere CAP asks about steroids. Which statement aligns with current guidance?