Staphylococci Flashcards

1
Q

Are staph gram positive or negative?

A

Gram positive

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2
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Staph are found in the normal flora. True or false?

A

True

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3
Q

Name 3 medical conditions that are caused by staph.A

A

Impetigo
Conjunctivitis
Device-related

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4
Q

How can conjunctivitis be treated?

A

Chloramphenicol drops
Chloramphenicol ointment
Fusidic acid gel

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5
Q

What are the treatment options for impetigo?

A

Fusidic acid cream
Mupirocin ointment
Flucloxacillin PO
Erythromycin PO

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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

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