PC707 Module 9 Questions and Answers 100% Correct.

Staphylococcus aureus and streptococcus pyrogens (both gram +) - ANSWER-What are common bacterial pathogens that cause skin infections? If it localized and mild use topical otherwise use systemic - ANSWER-What factors play a role in choice of pharmacological management I&D, C&S, follow the CDC algorithm - ANSWER-Treatment of MRSA? topical mupirocin (bacitracin or bactroban) if localized, otherwise, combined oral and topical if diffuse infection - ANSWER-Treatment of Impetigo? can cause allergic reaction that looks like worsening infection Best to avoid. - ANSWER-What special considerations are there with topical neomycin? for non-infectious inflammatory skin disorders. Must differentiate histaminic vs. bacterial, then determine severity. Includes irritant contact dermatitis. - ANSWER-Uses of topical steroids? long term use or use on certain parts of the body can cause permanent skin changes. Striae telangiectasia ecchymosis acne hypertrichosis (increased hair growth) cataract formation (when used around the eyes) even with topical application can be absorbed systemically and cause HPA axis suppression, cushing's syndrome, hyperglycemia and glycsouria - ANSWER-S/E of topical steroids? 2 weeks for adults 1 week for children - ANSWER-How long should one use topical steroids? use lowest potency for permeable areas such as the face, groin or axilla - ANSWER-Precuations with topical steroid use? fluorinated - ANSWER-What is stronger, fluorinated or non-fluorinated? gels and aerosols - ANSWER-What type of topical steroid is good for hairy areas? 1. ointment/emollient- anywhere hard to get to, plaques, elbows, soles palms 2. creams- less greasy, water based and more drying. 3. lotions- dilute creams. 4. Solutions- alcohol based, scalp, drying - ANSWER-What are the 4 types of topical steroids and in what situation are they used?