Question

A 59-year-old with CAP is ready for discharge after 3 days IV therapy; clinically stable and afebrile 48 hours. What total antibiotic duration is recommended?

Accepted Answer

5 days minimum if clinically stable

Answer

3 days total

Answer

7-10 days mandatory

Answer

14 days mandatory

Answer

Stop immediately upon discharge regardless of stability

Practice question

A 59-year-old with CAP is ready for discharge after 3 days IV therapy; clinically stable and afebrile 48 hours. What total antibiotic duration is recommended?