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Infectious Diseases Flashcards

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What is staphylococcal Aureus?

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A common bacterial pathogen that begins as a localized infection and produces suppuration (pus formation) and abscess.

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How is staphylococcal Aureus treated?

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Antibiotic therapy

Abscess drainage

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What Methicillin-Resistant staphylococcal Aureus?

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A antibiotic resistant bacterial pathogen

Resistant to all penicillins and cephalosporins

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_____ precautions are required when treating patients with MRSA.

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Standard mask-gown-glove

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