Features of prevention of community-acquired pneumonia in the elderly
Community-acquired pneumonia remains one of the most common diseases of the elderly. The peculiarity of the course of pneumonia in the elderly is the atypical clinical manifestations. Aim. Consider the features of the development of pneumonia in the elderly on the example of a clinical case. Matherials and Methods. A clinical case of medical support for an elderly patient with community-acquired pneumonia. Results. The clinical case shows the management of the patient in an outpatient setting. This case demonstrates a variety of clinical manifestations of pneumonia. Conclusions. The course of community-acquired pneumonia in elderly patients in most cases depends on adherence to treatment. The patient must have an interest in the treatment and outcome. All preventive measures should be carried out in a comprehensive manner and timely response to the exacerbation of chronic diseases.