University of Lynchburg DMSc Doctoral Project Assignment Repository
Specialty
Urgent Care
Advisor
Dr. Tom Coletti
Abstract
Pneumonia is defined as an infection of the parenchymal tissue of the lungs that can be caused by multiple different pathogens. Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) is pneumonia contracted outside of a hospital system. The most common bacterial cause of CAP is Streptococcus pneumoniae. There are however many other bacteria and viruses that can cause CAP. This article will discuss the updated diagnosis and management guidelines of CAP in the urgent care setting, including risk stratification and when to transfer the patient for inpatient care.
Recommended Citation
Jernigan B. Diagnosis and Treatment of Community-Acquired Pneumonia (CAP) in the Urgent Care Setting: Updated Guidelines from the American Thoracic Society and Infectious Diseases Society of America (ATS/IDSA). University of Lynchburg DMSc Doctoral Project Assignment Repository. 2020; 2(3).
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