Pneumonia in the long-term resident

Clin Geriatr Med. 2011 May;27(2):117-33. doi: 10.1016/j.cger.2011.01.008.

Abstract

Pneumonia in the long-term resident is common. It is associated with high morbidity and mortality. However, diagnosis and management of pneumonia in long-term care residents is challenging. This article provides an overview of the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnostic challenges, and management recommendations for pneumonia in this setting.

Publication types

  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Aging
  • Algorithms
  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / therapeutic use
  • Cross Infection* / diagnosis
  • Cross Infection* / drug therapy
  • Cross Infection* / epidemiology
  • Cross Infection* / physiopathology
  • Homes for the Aged / statistics & numerical data
  • Humans
  • Incidence
  • Long-Term Care*
  • Nursing Homes / statistics & numerical data
  • Pneumonia* / diagnosis
  • Pneumonia* / drug therapy
  • Pneumonia* / epidemiology
  • Pneumonia* / physiopathology
  • Prevalence
  • Residential Facilities / statistics & numerical data*
  • Risk Factors
  • United States / epidemiology

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents