4 Questions
What should be the immediate focus of pneumonia treatment if hypoxemia is present?
Institution of oxygen therapy
When should antimicrobial chemotherapy be changed during pneumonia treatment?
After culture results of bronchoalveolar lavage fluid
What is the recommendation if there is no response to pneumonia treatment after 48-72 hours?
Reassess the treatment plan
For how long should antimicrobial chemotherapy be continued after clinical and radiographic signs resolve?
For 1 week
Learn about the key components of treatment for pneumonia, including oxygen therapy, antimicrobial administration, and supportive care. Understand the importance of addressing hypoxemia and shock, as well as the role of empirical antimicrobial therapy based on culture results.
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