A 64-year-old diabetic woman was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit with pneumonia and sepsis. She has no chronic lung disease and is not a smoker. Chest X-ray: Right lobe consoli... A 64-year-old diabetic woman was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit with pneumonia and sepsis. She has no chronic lung disease and is not a smoker. Chest X-ray: Right lobe consolidation and pleural effusion. Which of the following is the most appropriate empirical antibiotic? A. Moxifloxacin B. Azithromycin C. Vancomycin D. Ceftazidime
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The question asks for the most appropriate empirical antibiotic treatment for a 64-year-old woman with pneumonia, sepsis, and specific X-ray findings. The focus is on understanding antibiotic selection based on the patient's condition and medical history.
Answer
Moxifloxacin
The final answer is A. Moxifloxacin.
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The final answer is A. Moxifloxacin.
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Moxifloxacin, a fluoroquinolone, offers broad-spectrum coverage including atypical pathogens, which is suitable for community-acquired pneumonia in patients with sepsis.
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Avoid antibiotics that target only specific bacteria unless the pathogen is known.
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