Slowly resolving and nonresolving pneumonia. Questions to ask when response is delayed.

What is the proper course of action when pneumonia symptoms seem to linger? Is the disease running a typical course, or is further evaluation needed? Dr Johnson addresses these important questions with an outline of risk factors for delayed resolution and a detailed listing of diagnostic considerations. He also discusses reasonable timing of further studies and the usefulness of radiography and fiberoptic bronchoscopy.