18th August 2020

A 70-year-old man is suffering from a recent worsening of his dyspnoea and cough

A 70-year-old man is suffering from a recent worsening of his dyspnoea and cough, and he is producing tenacious, mucopurulent sputum quite frequently. He is admitted to hospital for deterioration of his conditions, and sputum analysis shows positivity to resistant Pseudomonas. Which is the most appropriate antibiotic therapy for this patient, who is likely suffering from a bronchiectasis exacerbation?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.