GI infections Flashcards
1
Q
moxifloxicin is a ___ choice for GI infections
A
POOR
2
Q
amp sulb should not be used in intrabdominal infections due to what resistance?
A
E coli resistance
3
Q
What abx is used for above and below diaphragm anaerobic infections?
A
Above: clindamycin
Below: Metronidazole
4
Q
secondary IAI will have multiple bacteria, anaerobes and aerobes
A
antibiotic coverage should include both of these
5
Q
primary IAI are monobacterial or polybacterial?
A
Most likely monobacterial. 50% ecoli
