51 Questions
What is the primary difference between soft tissue infections and bone infections in the foot and ankle?
Involvement of joint structures
What are the risk factors for septic arthritis mentioned in the text?
Long-term indwelling catheters
Which diagnostic tool is NOT typically used for confirming the diagnosis of an abscess?
MRI
Which criteria are used to identify sepsis associated with lower extremity infections?
SIRS criteria
What is the main purpose of arthrotomy in the treatment of septic arthritis?
To drain the joint
What is the main goal of surgical techniques for foot and ankle infections?
Restoring joint mobility
Which condition is NOT mentioned as a cause of Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS)?
Atelectasis
Which of the following is NOT a common risk factor for diabetic foot infections?
Lung infection
What is the main characteristic of gangrene as mentioned in the text?
It involves tissue death due to lack of blood supply
What is the etiology of bone infections requiring surgery in the foot and ankle?
Direct inoculation from trauma or surgery
Which statement accurately describes sepsis mortality rates?
Prior to 2000, mortality was 50% in severe sepsis patients, now between 20-25%
What are the common symptoms of cellulitis?
Erythema, edema, warmth, tenderness
What is the most commonly identified pathogen in cellulitis infections?
Streptococci
What is the recommended treatment approach for cellulitis?
Outpatient oral antibiotics covering most likely organism (Gram +)
Which condition is rarely, if ever, bilateral in presentation according to the text?
Gout
Which type of infection occurs when the physical skin barrier, the immune system, and/or the circulatory system are impaired?
Cellulitis
What is a localized collection of purulent material encapsulated by inflammation and granulation in response to an infectious source?
Abscess
What is the main characteristic of gangrene as defined in the text?
Death and decay of body tissue due to reduced blood supply
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a common risk factor for diabetic foot infections?
Psychological stress
What is the etiology of lower extremity infections that may lead to SIRS and sepsis?
Bacterial presence in a wound or site
One of the characteristics associated with atelectasis is:
Pulmonary collapse due to lung tissue compression
Risk factors for developing septic arthritis include all of the following EXCEPT:
Regular exercise routines
What is a common risk factor for gangrene development in lower extremity infections?
Venous insufficiency
In the context of lower extremity infections, what is the most common etiology of atelectasis?
Deep vein thrombosis
Which of the following is a significant risk factor for cellulitis recurrence?
DVT
What is an uncommon risk factor for developing septic arthritis in the lower extremities?
Venous insufficiency
Which condition is least likely to be associated with the etiology of bone infections requiring surgery in the foot and ankle?
Venous insufficiency
Among the mentioned risk factors, which one is less commonly associated with diabetic foot infections?
Venous insufficiency
Which factor is NOT listed as a risk factor for septic arthritis according to the text?
Prior history of gangrene
What is the primary characteristic of atelectasis as mentioned in the text?
Partial or complete collapse of lung tissue
What is the most common etiology of gangrene as described in the text?
Infectious organisms
Which patient demographic is NOT considered a risk factor for sepsis according to the text?
Young adults
What is a common misconception about the development of gangrene based on the text?
Excessive neutrophil predominance causes gangrene
Which condition is NOT typically associated with the etiology of bone infections requiring surgery in the foot and ankle?
Autoimmune disorders
What is the primary risk factor associated with developing gangrene in lower extremity infections?
Long-term indwelling catheters
Which of the following scenarios is NOT a common etiology for atelectasis in patients with lower extremity infections?
Crystal analysis
Which risk factor is NOT typically associated with the development of septic arthritis in lower extremities?
Leukopenia
What is a less common etiology for bone infections requiring surgery in the foot and ankle?
Crystal analysis
Which is a primary risk factor associated with the development of SIRS and sepsis in patients with lower extremity infections?
Burns
What is a common misconception regarding the etiology of gangrene in lower extremity infections?
Crystal analysis
What is a common misconception about the etiology of gangrene based on the text?
It is always caused by venous insufficiency
Which factor is NOT listed as a risk factor for developing atelectasis according to the text?
Gout
What is the least commonly associated etiology of lower extremity infections that may lead to sepsis?
Gout
Which of the following is NOT a common risk factor for gangrene development as described in the text?
Tenderness
What is a common misconception regarding the etiology of bone infections requiring surgery in the foot and ankle?
They are never associated with DVT
Among the listed risk factors, which one is less commonly associated with diabetic foot infections?
Erythema
What is a possible consequence of untreated atelectasis in lower extremity infections?
Elevation of SIRS criteria
Which factor is NOT a common risk factor for the development of gangrene in lower extremity infections?
Presence of Staphylococcus aureus bacteria
What is a common misconception about the etiology of bone infections requiring surgery in the foot and ankle?
They are primarily caused by gram-negative bacteria
Which condition is NOT typically associated with the etiology of atelectasis in lower extremity infections?
Presence of an abscess
What is a significant risk factor for developing septic arthritis in the lower extremities?
Presence of osteomyelitis
Learn about the clinical symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of abscesses in podiatry, focusing on aureus or streptococcal species occuring in areas of skin with increased friction or minor trauma. Diagnosis methods include clinical exam, ultrasound, X-ray, CT, and MRI, while treatment involves drainage and identifying the causative organism.
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