Acinetobacter species Flashcards
1
Q
How to classify?
A
Not fastidious, gram negative
2
Q
What are the sources?
A
Environment, skin
3
Q
Who is at risk?
A
- Nosocomial infections (ICU pneumonia, burn patients)
- Immunocompromised
4
Q
What species is common?
A
A.baumannii
5
Q
How is it resistant to antibiotics?
A
Often resistant to multiple antibiotics, almost all antibiotics…
6
Q
What problem is it?
A
Enormous problem in ICU
