CAP Bug
Strep pneumo
S&Sx
Fever Chills Chest pain Tachypnea Tachycardia Leukocytosis Low O2 sat INFILTRATES
Bacterial diagnosis
Less than 10 epithelial cells
25 PMN WBCs
for an acceptable culture
PSI
20 different variable
Based on history
Not quick
CURB-65
5 variables
No underlying disease consideration
Easy
IV to PO Conversion
Clincally stable for 24 hrs (HR/Temp less than 100 and RR <24)
Can take oral
GI can handle oral