Ceftriaxone and Azithromycin for Co-Infection

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What type of antibiotic is ceftriaxone?

  • Cephalosporin (correct)
  • Tetracycline
  • Penicillin
  • Macrolide

Why is ceftriaxone plus azithromycin recommended as a treatment regimen?

  • To treat Chlamydia trachomatis and other co-infections (correct)
  • To combat antibiotic resistance
  • To reduce the risk of co-infection
  • To minimize the risk of allergic reactions

What are the two populations at higher risk of developing invasive disease due to N. meningitidis?

Asplenic patients and individuals with complement deficiencies

What are two groups of people at higher risk of developing serious disease due to N. meningitidis?

<p>Smokers and people exposed to smoke</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are two settings that may contribute to the spread of N. meningitidis?

<p>Crowded living conditions and military recruits/college students</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the general prevalence of meningococcal disease in developed countries?

<p>Uncommon</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are certain populations, such as military recruits and college students, at higher risk of developing meningococcal disease?

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Ceftriaxone (cephalosporin) is currently recommended. Co-infection with Chlamydia trachomatis frequently occurs— ceftriaxone plus azithromycin is recommended regiment create a 2 question regarding this information i provided

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