A patient with suspected CAP during peak influenza season presents to the ED. Which diagnostic step is supported by guidelines?...

Question

A patient with suspected CAP during peak influenza season presents to the ED. Which diagnostic step is supported by guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Use molecular influenza assay when indicated

Answer

Avoid influenza testing

Answer

Use influenza antigen tests only

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Wait for serology

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Bronchoscopy for all suspected influenza

us-abem MCQ (SBA): CAP and influenza testing