A 70-year-old with nonsevere CAP asks about adjunct systemic corticosteroids. What is recommended?...

Question

A 70-year-old with nonsevere CAP asks about adjunct systemic corticosteroids. What is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Steroids only for asthma/COPD exacerbation or refractory septic shock

Answer

Routine corticosteroids for all CAP

Answer

High-dose steroids reduce mortality and are routine

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Steroids indicated for any CRP elevation

Answer

Prednisone indicated if age >65

us-abim MCQ (SBA): CAP Adjuncts