Sepsis Flashcards
(18 cards)
What type of antibiotics are used for LOS?
Broad-spectrum antibiotics targeting gram-negative and ampicillin-susceptible organisms
Includes agents such as cephalosporins and beta-lactams.
What antibiotic is used if there is concern for MRSA?
Vancomycin
What is the treatment duration for bacteremia?
7-14 days
What is the treatment duration for pneumonia?
5-7 days
What is the treatment duration for meningitis?
4-21 days
What is the treatment duration for necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC)?
10-14 days
What are the additional antibiotics to cover anaerobes in NEC?
Flagyl or clindamycin
These antibiotics are added to cover anaerobic bacteria.
What is the recommended treatment duration for cellulitis?
5-7 days
What is the significance of a traumatic tap in lumbar puncture?
May lead to difficulty in interpreting results due to elevated white blood cell counts
What should be monitored in blood cultures (BCx)?
Time taken for cultures to become positive
Typically takes 15-16 hours for initial positivity.
What is the normal range for peripheral white blood cells in cerebrospinal fluid?
Should be less than 5 WBCs per microliter
What protein level indicates a potential issue in cerebrospinal fluid analysis?
Protein > 150,000 - 200,000
What does a glucose level of 13 to ½ of serum indicate?
Potential infection or inflammation in the central nervous system
What is the importance of repeating cerebrospinal fluid culture toward the end of treatment?
To ensure the effectiveness of the treatment and monitor for infection clearance
True or False: Antibiotics are often started before lumbar puncture can be performed.
True
What is the normal white blood cell count (NBC) threshold that indicates a potential infection?
> 30 WBCs
What should be done if the blood cultures show a high percentage of PMNs?
Consider bacterial infection
