pneumonia guidelines

Pneumonia guidelines help doctors identify, treat, and prevent pneumonia, an infection in the lungs. Key recommendations include assessing severity through symptoms like cough and difficulty breathing, determining the cause (bacterial or viral), and choosing appropriate antibiotics if needed. Vaccination against pneumonia-causing bacteria and viruses is advised for at-risk groups. Patients should receive follow-up care to ensure recovery. Overall, these guidelines aim to improve outcomes by ensuring timely diagnosis and effective treatment while promoting prevention strategies to reduce the risk of infection.