Staph Infections Flashcards
1
Q
Gram stain and shape of staph
A
Gram positive Cocci in clusters
2
Q
what is the most virulent strain of staph
A
Staph aureus
3
Q
What are the 2 types of coag positive staph
A
MSSA
MRSA
4
Q
What is the form of coag negative staph
A
S. Epidermidis
5
Q
What type of infections is S. Epidermidis most commonly seen
A
Skin, devices, ports, prosthetics, endocarditis
6
Q
MRSA treatment
A
Vanco, Daptomycin, or Zyvox
7
Q
MSSA treatment
A
PCN G (4 my q4h) or Nafcillion (2g q4h)
OR
Cefazolin 2g q 8
8
Q
Oral options for MSSA
A
Cephalexin 500mg QID or Doxy 100mg q12 (presumed resistance)
9
Q
MRSA oral treatment
A
Clindamycin 300-450 mg TID
