Immunocompromised Flashcards

1
Q

Which organisms can cause sepsis in people without a spleen?

A

Encapsulated organisms:
Haemophilia influenza
Meningococcal
Streptococcus pneumonia

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2
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Which vaccines should people receive in splenectomy?

A

Pneumococcal
Haemophilus type B
Meningococcal type C

Annual influenza

Prophylaxis ABx daily

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