Principles of prescribing Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
When should a serious case of a notifiable disease be reported?
A
Within 24 hours by telephone
2
Q
When should a non-urgent case of a notifiable disease be reported?
A
Within 3 days via the online service
3
Q
When should IV antibacterials be reviewed to step down to oral?
A
In 48 hours
4
Q
Which spectrum antibiotics are preferred when treating general infections?
A
Narrow-spectrum antibiotics unless life-threatening sepsis
5
Q
Which spectrum abx are preferred when treating life-threatening sepsis/ infections?
A
Broad-spectrum at the maximum tolerated dose within 1 hour
6
Q
How often should those with sepsis be monitored?
A
Minimum every 30 minutes. Continuously ideally.
