L4: Pneumonia - Pt 4 Flashcards
(22 cards)
Def of Delayed Resolution of Pneumonia
- If pneumonia does not resolve in the expected period of time
Causes of Delayed Resolution of Pneumonia
Def of Recurrent Pneumonia
- 2 or more separate attacks of pneumonia with complete resolution for at least 1 month ( the attacks during one year.
Causes of Recurrent Pneumonia
TTT of CAP
- Aspects
- Choice of anti-microbial agents.
- General supportive care through the illness.
- Treatment of other problems
TTT of CAP
- Choice of specific antibiotic regimens for pneumonia
TTT of CAP
- Outpatient TTT
Outpatient TTT of CAP
- Mild & Moderate CAP in Young Patients without comorbidity
Outpatient TTT of CAP
- Mild or moderate CAP in young patients with co-morbidity or in elderly
Inpatient TTT of CAP
- Non Severly ill
Inpatient TTT of CAP
- Severely ill
TTT of HAP
- Non-Severe
TTT of HAP
- Severe or Late onset
The antibiotic used in treatment of pneumonia must be changed to that resulted in culture and sensitivity for samples taken from the patient on admission.
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Treatment of Staph aureus pneumonia
As the atypical organisms can not be detected by culture or gram stains the following drugs can be used in treatment:
Supportive TTT of Pneumonia
Supportive TTT of Pneumonia
- Fluid & Electrolytes
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Supportive TTT of Pneumonia
- Corticosteroids & Inotropic Agents
As dopamine and dobutamine in shocked patients.
Supportive TTT of Pneumonia
- TPN
In severe pneumonias in whom mechanical ventilation is likely to be prolonged.
Supportive TTT of Pneumonia
- Respiratory Support
TTT of Pneumonia
- TTT of Other Problems
Pleuritic pain → simple Analgesics.
