Skin/Soft tissue/Bone infections Flashcards
1
Q
Osteomyelitis in the setting of a puncture wound through an athletic shoe (like a nail) if often caused by…
A
psedomonas aeruginosa
2
Q
Impetigo, erysipelas, or cellulitis is often caused by…
A
GAS
3
Q
Most common cause of osteomyelitits?
A
Staph A
note that pseudomonas is often the cause in PUNCTURE wounds though
4
Q
Found on left arm
A
Tinea corporis; superficial dermatophyte infection. Treat with azole antifungals like topical clotrimazole
5
Q
Diaper rash with sharply demarcated borders, pustules, and satellite papules
A
candida, tx with topical nystatin
