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HardRural & Remote MedicineSevere pneumonia in rural settingau-racgpau-acemau-amc

A 45-year-old rural GP is called to see a 79-year-old resident in a remote aged care facility who has fever, productive cough and confusion. The nearest hospital is 300 km away, and transfer will be delayed by several hours due to weather. He has a CURB-65 score of 3. What is the most appropriate management?

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