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What is the etiologic agent of impetigo?
What is the etiologic agent of impetigo?
- Multiple bacteria (correct)
- Streptococci
- Clostridium perfringens
- Staphylococci
What is the mode of transmission of impetigo?
What is the mode of transmission of impetigo?
- Vector-borne transmission
- Foodborne transmission
- Airborne transmission
- Direct and Indirect contact (correct)
What is the recommended systemic antibiotic therapy for non-bullous impetigo?
What is the recommended systemic antibiotic therapy for non-bullous impetigo?
- Amoxicillin
- Cephalexin
- Erythromycin
- Benzathine penicillin (correct)
What is the nursing management/prevention recommendation for impetigo?
What is the nursing management/prevention recommendation for impetigo?
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What is the etiologic agent for bullous impetigo?
What is the etiologic agent for bullous impetigo?
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Study Notes
Impetigo
- The etiologic agent of impetigo is Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes.
Transmission and Infection
- Impetigo is transmitted through direct contact with an infected individual or contaminated fomites.
Treatment
- The recommended systemic antibiotic therapy for non-bullous impetigo is oral penicillinase-resistant antibiotics, such as dicloxacillin or cephalexin.
Nursing Management and Prevention
- The nursing management and prevention recommendation for impetigo includes practicing good hygiene, such as washing hands regularly and avoiding sharing personal items.
Bullous Impetigo
- The etiologic agent for bullous impetigo is Staphylococcus aureus.
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