Along with prescribing antibiotics, adults with pneumonia should be instructed on lifestyle modifications to improve outcomes, including:

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Adequate fluid intake helps to thin out mucus and makes it easier to cough up, while increased fiber intake is not necessarily relevant for pneumonia. Bedrest is also not necessary beyond the first day of treatment, as it is important for patients to move around and take deep breaths to prevent complications such as pneumonia.

Along with Prescribing Antibiotics, Adults with Pneumonia Should Be Instructed