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Community-Acquired Pneumonia (CAP)
Onset in the community or within first 48 h of admission; Streococcus pneumoniae most
common.
Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia (HAP)
Occurs ≥48 h after admission.
Aspiration Pneumonia
Chemical/bacterial pneumonia resulting from aspiration.
Opportunistic Pneumonia
Pneumonia caused by pathogens like Pneumocystis jirovecii, especially in
immunocompromised patients.
Risk Factors for CAP
Older adult; chronic/coexisting conditions; recent viral/influenza infection; tobacco/alcohol.
Risk Factors for HAP
Older adult; chronic lung disease; altered LOC; aspiration; ETT/trach/NG/GT;
immunocompromised; mechanical ventilation.
Clinical Manifestations of Pneumonia
Fever, chills, anorexia, pleuritic chest pain, SOB, crackles/wheezes, cough ± sputum,
tachypnea, ↑WBC, may develop respiratory acidosis.
Mycoplasma Pneumonia
, Atypical pneumonia presenting with fatigue/weakness, headache, sore throat, diarrhea, dry
cough, low-grade fever, mild chills, chest pain.
Diagnosis of Pneumonia
Includes physical exam, CXR showing increased density, sputum Gram stain & culture, and
blood cultures.
Management of Pneumonia
Empiric anti-infectives tailored to age, likely pathogen, immune status; supportive care
includes IV fluids, supplemental O₂, and respiratory monitoring.
Smoking Cessation
A preventive measure for respiratory infections.
Influenza Vaccine
Inactivated for ≥50 y and at-risk groups; live intranasal for 5-49 y without chronic disease.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Recommended for ≥65 y immunocompetent; <65 if chronic illness/immunocompromised.
Aspiration Syndrome
Condition resulting from aspiration of gastric contents leading to potential chemical
pneumonitis.
Chemical Pneumonitis
Occurs if pH < 2.5 from gastric contents aspiration.
Bacterial Overgrowth Risk
Higher if pH > 2.5 following aspiration, leading to secondary bacterial pneumonia.
Verified Correct Answers
Community-Acquired Pneumonia (CAP)
Onset in the community or within first 48 h of admission; Streococcus pneumoniae most
common.
Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia (HAP)
Occurs ≥48 h after admission.
Aspiration Pneumonia
Chemical/bacterial pneumonia resulting from aspiration.
Opportunistic Pneumonia
Pneumonia caused by pathogens like Pneumocystis jirovecii, especially in
immunocompromised patients.
Risk Factors for CAP
Older adult; chronic/coexisting conditions; recent viral/influenza infection; tobacco/alcohol.
Risk Factors for HAP
Older adult; chronic lung disease; altered LOC; aspiration; ETT/trach/NG/GT;
immunocompromised; mechanical ventilation.
Clinical Manifestations of Pneumonia
Fever, chills, anorexia, pleuritic chest pain, SOB, crackles/wheezes, cough ± sputum,
tachypnea, ↑WBC, may develop respiratory acidosis.
Mycoplasma Pneumonia
, Atypical pneumonia presenting with fatigue/weakness, headache, sore throat, diarrhea, dry
cough, low-grade fever, mild chills, chest pain.
Diagnosis of Pneumonia
Includes physical exam, CXR showing increased density, sputum Gram stain & culture, and
blood cultures.
Management of Pneumonia
Empiric anti-infectives tailored to age, likely pathogen, immune status; supportive care
includes IV fluids, supplemental O₂, and respiratory monitoring.
Smoking Cessation
A preventive measure for respiratory infections.
Influenza Vaccine
Inactivated for ≥50 y and at-risk groups; live intranasal for 5-49 y without chronic disease.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Recommended for ≥65 y immunocompetent; <65 if chronic illness/immunocompromised.
Aspiration Syndrome
Condition resulting from aspiration of gastric contents leading to potential chemical
pneumonitis.
Chemical Pneumonitis
Occurs if pH < 2.5 from gastric contents aspiration.
Bacterial Overgrowth Risk
Higher if pH > 2.5 following aspiration, leading to secondary bacterial pneumonia.
