Pneumonia Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most common bacteria to cause pneumonia
A
Staph. pneumoniae
2
Q
Describe the pathophysiology of pneumonia
A
Bacteria enters alveoli, inflammation secondary to an immune response causes a pus build up in alveoli. Exudative fluid leads to impaired gas exchange
3
Q
What is the best class of antibiotics to use with S. pneumonia
A
Usually very sensitive to penicillins
