Don't Automatically Add Empiric Anaerobic Coverage for Aspiration Pneumonia

September 2019

Is anaerobic coverage needed for presumed aspiration pneumonia?

Not usually. Anaerobes come to mind as culprits in aspiration pneumonia. But more common causes are typical community- or hospital-acquired pneumonia bugs...S. pneumoniae, S. aureus, Pseudomonas, etc.

Use this as an opportunity to enhance antimicrobial stewardship.

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Table of Contents

Vaccines Rethink Prevnar 13 for Healthy Seniors
Hypertension Consider Nuances When Managing Hypertension in Older Adults
Pneumonia Don't Automatically Add Empiric Anaerobic Coverage for Aspiration Pneumonia
ADHD Solve Common Dilemmas With ADHD Stimulants
Scabies Consider Patient Preferences When Treating Scabies
Diabetes Help Patients With Diabetes Decipher Continuous Glucose Monitor Metrics
Sleep Disorders Lean Away From Sunosi for Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
Anticholinergics Look for Opportunities to Limit Anticholinergic Meds in Older Adults
Kidney Disease Emphasize Adherence With Phosphate Binders in Chronic Kidney Disease
Sexual Dysfunction Don't Buy Into the Hype About Vyleesi for Low Sexual Desire in Women
Surgery Assess Perioperative Infection Risk for Immunosuppressants and Biologics