Staph Aureus Bacteraemia Flashcards
1
Q
what is staph aureus
A
staph positive cocci appear purpler grapes
2
Q
when is the rate of colonisation higher
A
in HIV, diabetics or haemodialysis
3
Q
describe the spectrum of infection
A
skin and soft tissue infection deep seated abscesses infective endocarditis pneumonia empyema
4
Q
describe investigations for staph aureus
A
blood cultures- repeat after 48 hours FBC CXR CT MRI bone biopsy
5
Q
what are common sites of metastases caused by staph aureus
A
bones and joints epidural space intervertebral discs spleen kidneys lungs
6
Q
describe the antibiotic treatment
A
fluxoacillin for at least 14 days for msa
vancomycin for mssa
