Severity assessment for community-acquired pneumonia.
30-day mortality by score is from Lim et al., Thorax 2003 (BTS derivation/validation). CURB-65 supports, but does not replace, clinical judgment: consider oxygenation, comorbidity, social factors and ability to take oral treatment when choosing the site of care.
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