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Nosocomial/Klebsiella Pneumonia Flashcards

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Characteristics for Klebsiella Pneumonia

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Leading cause of nosocomial death

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Cause for Klebsiella Pneumonia

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Klebsiella pneumoniae

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Virulence factors for Klebsiella Pneumonia

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  • Capsule
  • Endotoxin (G-)
  • Sputum (bloody and green=growth of bacteria)
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Portal of entry for Klebsiella Pneumonia

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Inhalation

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Signs/Symptoms for Klebsiella Pneumonia

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  • Typical pneumonia symptoms
  • Thick, bloody sputum
  • Recurrent chills
  • Shock
  • Result of endotoxin
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Susceptibility for Klebsiella Pneumonia

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  • AIDS patients,
  • Very young
  • Very old ( high mortality rate)
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Treatment for Klebsiella Pneumonia

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  • Cephalosporins
  • Supportive care
  • Antibiotic
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Prevention for Klebsiella Pneumonia

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  • Aseptic technique by health care workers

- Good hygiene

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Sputum Gram Stain

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  • Gram negative
  • Rod shape
  • Capsulated
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