Blood Culture Flashcards
1
Q
Empirical therapy for Staphylococcus?
A
Vancomycin & Daptomycin but
Penicillin if MRSA not suspected
2
Q
Empirical therapy for G+ Cocci in chains (Strep/Entero)?
A
Ampicillin
Vancomycin
Daptomycin
3
Q
Empirical therapy for G- bacilli?
A
Pipercillin +- Amino/Cipro
Cefepime +- Amino/Cipro
Imipenem
4
Q
Empirical therapy for Yeast?
A
Echinocandins or Fluconazole
5
Q
How long does it take for a blood culture to show results?
A
5-7 days
6
Q
How long does it take for colonies to form on agar?
A
24 hours
7
Q
How long does it take for ID&S test?
A
24 hours
8
Q
What isbthe preferred methodof blood culture collection?
A
Venipuncture
9
Q
What is the preferred timing of a venipuncture?
A
Before antibiotic & just before onset of fever
10
Q
What is the preferred site for a venipuncture ?
A
Antecubital
