Infectious Disease Flashcards
1
Q
What color do gram positive organisms stain?
A
purple
2
Q
What organism can be described as gram-positive cocci in clusters?
A
staph - MRSA and MSSA
3
Q
what organism can be descrbied as gram-positive cocci in pairs or chains?
A
strep
4
Q
What is a synergistic combo that can be used for gram-positive infections?
A
aminoglycosides and beta lactams