A 58-year-old with suspected CAP asks about antibiotic duration. He defervesces and is clinically stable after 72 hours. Recommended total duration?...

Question

A 58-year-old with suspected CAP asks about antibiotic duration. He defervesces and is clinically stable after 72 hours. Recommended total duration?

Accepted Answer

At least 5 days and until clinically stable

Answer

10-14 days for all

Answer

At least 7 days for all

Answer

Stop immediately when afebrile

Answer

Minimum 3 days regardless of stability

us-abfm MCQ (SBA): CAP Duration of Therapy