The current guidelines for diagnosis and treatment of primary respiratory infections are still useful during the COVID-19 epidemic. Telephone triage of patients with respiratory complaints aims to identify patients with complications or an increased risk of complications. There are no indications to test for SARS-CoV-2 virus in general practice. During this COVID-19 epidemic, protective clothing is recommended in all physical contacts with patients with respiratory complaints. There is no reason to be cautious about using NSAIDs in patients suspected of COVID-19. Amoxicillin is first choice treatment for respiratory infections during the COVID-19 epidemic; there is lack of evidence to support azithromycin as a first choice. Respiratory rate > 24 / min or saturation <92-94% indicate imminent respiratory decompensation and may be reasons for referral.
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