Pneumonia in adults: diagnosis and management

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This guideline was developed before the COVID-19 pandemic. It covers diagnosing and managing pneumonia in adults who do not have COVID-19. It aims to improve accurate assessment and diagnosis of pneumonia to help guide antibiotic prescribing and ensure that people receive the right treatment.

For recommendations on managing suspected or confirmed pneumonia in adults with COVID-19, see NICE's guideline on managing COVID-19.

For recommendations on antibiotic treatment, see NICE's guidelines on pneumonia (community-acquired): antimicrobial prescribing and pneumonia (hospital-acquired): antimicrobial prescribing.

Who is it for?:

1. Healthcare professionals

2. People who have pneumonia, their families and carers