CF + bronchiectasis Flashcards
1
Q
Why do those with bronchiectasis get acute exacerbations of infection?
A
impaired mucous clearance
2
Q
What are some examples of pathogens commonly involved in acute exacerbations of bronchiectasis?
A
PSEUDOMONAS AERUGINOSA, H. influenzae, staph aureus, strep pneumonia
3
Q
What is the structure + staining of pseudomonas aeruginosa?
A
Gram -ve bacillus (aerobic)
4
Q
What is the antibiotic used for pseudomonas auruginosa infections?
A
Ciprofloxacin
5
Q
How does a normal CFTR protein function?
A
Cl- outside cell (Na+ and H2O follow)
6
Q
What antibiotic is used against H. influenzae?
A
Amoxicillin (or co-amoxiclav)
7
Q
What antibiotics make up co-amoxiclav?
A
Amoxicillin + clavulanic acid
