A 70-year-old man hospitalized with CAP (non-ICU) becomes clinically stable on day 3. Total duration of antibiotic therapy recommended?...

Question

A 70-year-old man hospitalized with CAP (non-ICU) becomes clinically stable on day 3. Total duration of antibiotic therapy recommended?

Accepted Answer

At least 5 days, and until clinically stable for 48-72 hours

Answer

3 days total regardless

Answer

10-14 days for all CAP

Answer

Minimum 7 days even if stable

Answer

Stop immediately when afebrile

us-abim MCQ (SBA): CAP Duration