Pneumonia Overview: Common Causes and Risk Factors
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What is one of the most common complications of influenza pneumonia in children and adults?

ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome)

Which infection is localized to a single pulmonary lobe and affects bronchioles and adjacent alveoli?

Lobar pneumonia

Which bacteria is commonly associated with pneumonia in individuals with impaired swallowing?

Klebsiella pneumoniae

What is the most common viral cause of pneumonia in older adults?

<p>Influenza</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which bacteria is frequently found in pneumonia cases involving alcoholics?

<p>Staphylococcus aureus</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common bacterial cause of pneumonia in brain injury patients?

<p>Haemophilus influenzae</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common causative agent of Streptococcal pneumonia?

<p>Streptococcus pneumoniae</p> Signup and view all the answers

What diagnostic test is indicated in patients suspected of having atypical pneumonia?

<p>PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment criteria for hospitalization in pneumonia cases?

<p>Penicillin or Co-amoxiclav</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of stain is used for the diagnosis of Pneumocystis jirovecii?

<p>Methenamine silver stain</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment for Streptococcal pneumonia if the patient is allergic to penicillin?

<p>Macrolide or Fluoroquinolone</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common route of dissemination for Streptococcal pneumonia?

<p>Dissemination from a different infection site</p> Signup and view all the answers

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