17 Questions
Which criteria are used to identify sepsis associated with lower extremity infections?
SIRS criteria
What is the main focus of the surgical techniques for foot and ankle infections?
Bone healing
Which type of parameter is primarily associated with osteoinductive concepts?
Bone healing
What defines the pathological presence of bacteria in a site or wound?
Diamond concept
Which type of infections require surgery in the foot and ankle based on the provided text?
Soft tissue, joint, and bone infections
What is the most commonly identified organisms causing cellulitis?
Streptococci and S.aureus
What symptoms are common in cellulitis?
Erythema and edema
What is the treatment approach for cellulitis?
Outpatient PO antibiotics covering most likely organism (Gram +)
What is a common complication associated with cellulitis recurrence?
Venous insufficiency
Which of the following diseases does NOT present similarly to cellulitis?
DVT
What type of infection is cellulitis?
Bacterial infection
What is the most common risk factor for septic arthritis?
Advanced age
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of septic arthritis?
Fatigue
What is the gold standard for diagnosing septic arthritis?
Joint drainage
Which of the following is a component of Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS)?
Tachypnea
What is a common method used to diagnose sepsis?
Sequential Organ Failure Assessment Score (qSOFA)
Which treatment option is NOT recommended for septic arthritis based on IDSA guidelines?
Crystal analysis
Explore the causes and symptoms of cellulitis, a bacterial skin and soft tissue infection that occurs when the physical skin barrier, immune system, or circulatory system are impaired. Learn about common symptoms like erythema, edema, warmth, and tenderness.
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