Infectious Diseases 5 - Skin + Soft Tissue Infection Flashcards
1
Q
7 signs of cellulitis
A
erythema warm tense thickened oedematous bullae (blisters)
2
Q
sign of staph cellulits
A
golden yellow crust
3
Q
main 3 causes skin / soft tissue inf
A
staph aureus
strep A + C
4
Q
which classes of cellulitis should have IV abx in hospital?
A
Eron class 3 + 4 (systemic toxicity, sepsis)
5
Q
best abx for skin infection
A
fluclox usually
