Multilobar pneumonia — ABEM Board MCQ
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Correct answer: E — Start empiric antibiotics and admit
Hypoxemic multilobar pneumonia in an older adult needs hospital admission and empiric antibiotics tailored to severity and risk factors.
Reference: IDSA/ATS community-acquired pneumonia guideline