Staphylococci Flashcards
1
Q
Are staph gram positive or negative?
A
Gram positive
2
Q
Staph are found in the normal flora. True or false?
A
True
3
Q
Name 3 medical conditions that are caused by staph.A
A
Impetigo
Conjunctivitis
Device-related
4
Q
How can conjunctivitis be treated?
A
Chloramphenicol drops
Chloramphenicol ointment
Fusidic acid gel
5
Q
What are the treatment options for impetigo?
A
Fusidic acid cream
Mupirocin ointment
Flucloxacillin PO
Erythromycin PO
6
Q
How are device-related infections caused by Staph a treated?
A
Removal of medical device
Surgical removal of infected tissue (sometimes)
IV antibiotics - flucloxacillin, clarithromycin