Soft Tissue Infections Flashcards
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Q
Most common organism for erysipelas?
A
Group A streptococcus (s. Pyogenes)
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Q
Most common organism associated with Cellulitis?
A
S. Pyogenes (group a beta hemolytic strep) or S. Aureus
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Q
Treatment for erysipelas?
A
PCN G or erythromycin (for PCN allergy)
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Q
Most common organism in an infected bite?
A
Pasteurella Multicida: cellulitis with gray malodorous discharge
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Q
Treatment for infected bite?
A
Augmentin (1st choice)
Penicillanase-resistant PCN like dicloxacillin
Doxy or Mino (for PCN allergy)
Or BLI if admitted
Tetanus toxid
