C Diff Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 4 antibiotics that often cause C. diff and should thereby be avoided ?
A
Clindomycin
Co-amoxiclav
Cephlasporins
Ciprofloxacin
2
Q
What are the signs and symptoms ?
A
Watery diarrhoea 10-15 x per day Tachycardia Blood/pus in stools Nausea Dehydration Loss of appetite
3
Q
What are the investigations/preventions ?
A
Prevention:
Avoid 4 C’s
Antimicrobial management team
Infection control precautions
Treatment:
PO Metronidazole
PO vancomycin
