Sepsis Flashcards

(5 cards)

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What is the Cut-off threshold level of lactate to diagnose severe sepsis (tissue hypoperfusion)?

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What is the Cut-off threshold level of lactate to diagnose septic shock with persistent tissue hypoperfusion ?

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Commonest causative organism of sepsis in pregnancy

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E coli

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4
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In sepsis which analgesic to be avoidedd

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Diclofenac

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5
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What suitable antibiotic for mastitis

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Flucloxacillin or Augmentin
(Allergy to penicillins: Erythromycin)

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