Rational Use Of Antimicrobials Flashcards
0
Q
Minimal adverse effects of antibiotics
A
Allergy
Toxicity (eg Liver toxicity)
Antibiotic associated diarrhoea
1
Q
At any one time what % of patients in hospital have a HCAI?
A
6.4%
2
Q
What is the mortality of antibiotic associated diarrhoea caused by C. Difficile?
A
20%
3
Q
What % of antibiotics are inappropriately prescribed in hospitals?
A
30%
4
Q
What is Purulent rhinitis?
A
Snotty nose
5
Q
Minimum inhibitory concentration
A
Minimum conc proven to kill the Antimicrobial (tube remains yellow doesn’t grow bugs)
6
Q
When is it best to inject antibiotics before an operation/ incision?
A
0-2 hours before
