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CP2 germbugs - the bugs Flashcards

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Why do antibiotics act differently on gram + and -bacteria?

A

Due to the structure of their wall

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Staph aureus can withstand high nasal salt concentrations. True or false?

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True

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What can bacteraemia of staph aureus cause?

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Endocarditis (with or without metastases)

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What antibiotic can be used for staph aureus that is methcillin susceptible?

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Flucloxacillin

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What antibiotic can be used for staph aureus resistant to methicillin?

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Vancomycin or daptomycin

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What is the acronym for methicillin susceptible staph aureus?

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MSSA

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What is the acronym for methicillin resistant staph aureus?

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MRSA

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How long do you prescribe antibiotics for cellulitis caused by staph aureus?

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Until symptoms resolve

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How long do you prescribe antibiotics for bacteraemia caused by staph aureus?

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2 weeks

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How long do you prescribe antibiotics for deep infections like osteomyelitis caused by staph aureus?

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4-6 weeks

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