Bites and Impetigo Flashcards
1
Q
What is the treatment for impetigo that is mild without facial lesions?
A
mupirocin x 5 days
2
Q
What is the treatment for impetigo as empiric therapy with face effected or multiple lesions?
A
dicloxacillin or cephalexin
3
Q
When would preemptive treatment be implemented for an animal bite?
A
- immunocompromised pt
- asplenic
- advanced liver disease
- pre-existing or resulting edema
- moderate-severe bite
- bites involving face or hands
- bites that penetrate joint
4
Q
When would a patient be treated for an animal bite?
A
- established infection (7-14 days)
- preemptive
5
Q
What is the first line treatment for animal bites?
A
- amoxicillin/clauvlanate
- cefuroxime + clindamycin
bactrim, ciprofloxacin, doxycycline if allergies
