MRSA Flashcards
1
Q
Which antibiotic is effective against MRSA?
A
vancomycin- effective against gram positive resistant bacteria
2
Q
One major risk factor for MRSA?
A
care home
3
Q
What does an MRSA screen consist of?
A
swab of nose
4
Q
Provide examples of nosocomial infections acquired in hospital
A
Resistant GP- MRSA, resistant GN, C.diff, fungi
5
Q
Surgical prophylaxis for MRSA?
A
vancomycin or teicoplanin (glycopeptide)
6
Q
Triple therapy for intraabdominal sepsis?
A
amox, gent, metronidazole
