Question 327 · LEK · Pneumonia
Legionella pneumophila infection was a serious problem in Poland last year. Which of the following is false about legionellosis?
- A. in small children it occurs quite often but has a mild course.
- B. macrolides are the treatment of choice.
- C. the infection spreads by warm water and is facilitated by inhaling moist aerosols.
- D. patient isolation is not necessary.
- E. the usual onset is between 1 and 10 days after exposure.
Hint
Think about which groups typically develop Legionnaires' disease and how often it is seen in young children.
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