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Which of the following factors may predispose an individual to community-acquired pneumonia?
Which of the following factors may predispose an individual to community-acquired pneumonia?
- Living in a warm climate
- Recent influenza infection (correct)
- Eating a balanced diet
- Regular exercise
Which of the following is the most common infecting agent in cases of community-acquired pneumonia?
Which of the following is the most common infecting agent in cases of community-acquired pneumonia?
- Legionella pneumophila
- Haemophilus influenzae
- Staphylococcus aureus
- Streptococcus pneumoniae (correct)
What is the most effective long-term home therapy for selected patients with COPD complicated by severe hypoxaemia?
What is the most effective long-term home therapy for selected patients with COPD complicated by severe hypoxaemia?
- Oxygen therapy (correct)
- Inhaled bronchodilators
- Mucolytic therapy
- Annual influenza vaccination
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Study Notes
Predisposing Factors for Community-Acquired Pneumonia
- Various factors can increase an individual's susceptibility to community-acquired pneumonia
Infecting Agents in Community-Acquired Pneumonia
- The most common infecting agent in cases of community-acquired pneumonia is Streptococcus pneumoniae
Long-term Home Therapy for COPD with Severe Hypoxaemia
- In selected patients with COPD complicated by severe hypoxaemia, the most effective long-term home therapy is long-term oxygen therapy (LTOT)
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