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Imaging recommendation · Chest

Pediatric community-acquired pneumonia

Recommended: Chest X-ray PA + lateral (avoid for mild outpatient cases) is an acceptable imaging study for pediatric community-acquired pneumonia. Per AAP / IDSA: imaging only for moderate-severe disease, ambiguous diagnosis, or to rule out complications.

Recommended study

Chest X-ray PA + lateral (avoid for mild outpatient cases)

XR No contrast Acceptable Chest EmergencyOutpatient Reviewed

Per AAP / IDSA: imaging only for moderate-severe disease, ambiguous diagnosis, or to rule out complications.

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