A 48‑year‑old otherwise healthy man presents within 24 hours of influenza onset during peak season. He declines testing. Which statement is correct?...

Question

A 48‑year‑old otherwise healthy man presents within 24 hours of influenza onset during peak season. He declines testing. Which statement is correct?

Accepted Answer

Empiric oseltamivir can be started based on clinical diagnosis within 48 hours

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Antiviral therapy requires a positive test result

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Antivirals must be started within 12 hours to have any benefit

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Antivirals benefit only hospitalized patients

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Oseltamivir is contraindicated if he received influenza vaccine

us-abfm MCQ (SBA): Influenza (Empiric Antivirals)