Acute Bronchitis with Broad Spectrum Antibiotic Treatment

Acute Bronchitis Picot Question
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Acute Bronchitis Picot Question
Acute bronchitis is a viral illness that produces inflammation of the bronchial passages and is highly infectious. These are the passageways that allow air to enter the lungs. These tubes enlarge when they become infected. It is frequently brought on by a source of persistent irritation, such as smoking. The supportive treatment is mainly composed of over-the-counter drugs, including antitussives, acetaminophen, and expectorants. Inappropriate broad-spectrum antibiotic prescription is condemned by the medical societies secondary to increased prevalence of antibiotic resistance, especially from Clostridium difficile, and other adverse effects such as obesity and asthma. The PICOT I developed for NUR-550 was; in patients with acute bronchitis. A broad-spectrum antibiotic versus supportive treatment alone significantly reduces the lost working hours and days throughout one-week treatment?