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In the United States, pneumonia is the sixth most common cause of death. From 1979-1994, the overall rates for death due to pneumonia and influenza increased by 59%. Much of the increase is due to a greater population of persons aged 65 years or older, and a changing epidemiology of pneumonia, including a greater proportion of the population with underlying medical conditions at increased risk of respiratory infection. Annually, 2-3 million cases of community acquired pneumonia result in 10 million physician visits, 500,000 hospitalizations, and 45,000 deaths.
Pneumonia is a serious infection or inflammation of the lungs caused by bacteria, viruses, or (in rare cases) fungus or other organisms. The air sacs in the lungs fill with pus and other fluids, making it difficult for oxygen to reach the blood. If there is too little oxygen in the blood, other cells within the body can't work properly. Pneumonia can also lead to other infections, like meningitis, an infection in the brain.
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Pneumonia Measures
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SBCH
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GVCH
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SYVCH
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State Average
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National Average
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Blood Culture in ED Prior to Initial Antibiotic
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96%
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100%
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100%
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97%
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97%
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Antibiotic selection for ICU/non-ICU Patients
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94%
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100%
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67%
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96%
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95%
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N / N = No patients needed this treatment.
CHS data timeframe is 1st Quarter 2013.
National and State Averages obtained from National Quality Alliance latest reporting timeframe is 4th Quarter 2011 through 3rd Quarter 2012.
*The percentages include only patients whose history and condition indicate the treatment is appropriate.
>> See previous 12-month period data chart
Measure Definitions
Blood Cultures
Blood cultures are recommended for higher risk patients and those with severe cases of pneumonia. These should be obtained prior to the first hospital administration of antibiotic(s).
Antibiotic Timing
Patients diagnosed with Community-Acquired Pneumonia (CAP) should receive an early treatment of appropriate antibiotic soon after their hospital arrival. This significantly reduces the amount of time spent in the hospital and lowers the mortality rate.
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