Hospital (Nosocomial) Acquired Pneumonia Flashcards
1
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Pathology
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- Healthcare associated pneumonia
- Includes ventilator associated pneumonia
2
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Causes
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- MRSA
- Klebsiella pneumoniae
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa
- Acinetobacter
3
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Risk factors
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- Intubation
- Poor staff hygiene
- Contaminated equipment contact
4
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Signs and symptoms
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Non-specific symptoms (malaise, lethargy), fever and productive cough
5
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Diagnosis
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- Chest x-ray = shows infiltrates
Lab results
- CBC: leukocytosis and increased CRP
- Positive sputum culture
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Treatment
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- Antibiotics = piperacillin-tazobactam, cefepime, levofloxacin, imipenem, or meropenem
Other interventions
- Supplemental oxygen and fluids
