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What is the first-line oral antibiotic treatment for cellulitis?
What is the first-line oral antibiotic treatment for cellulitis?
- Flucloxacillin 500mg QDS (correct)
- Amoxicillin 500mg QDS
- Cephalexin 250mg BD
- Clarithromycin 500mg BD
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for developing cellulitis?
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for developing cellulitis?
- Elderly
- High cholesterol levels (correct)
- Insect bites
- Diabetes
What is the recommended action if a patient has no improvement after 7 days of cellulitis treatment?
What is the recommended action if a patient has no improvement after 7 days of cellulitis treatment?
- Refer the patient to see a doctor (correct)
- Switch to a different painkiller
- Increase the dosage of ibuprofen
- Continue the same treatment regimen
What lifestyle advice is given to prevent future cellulitis infections?
What lifestyle advice is given to prevent future cellulitis infections?
What is a common symptom of cellulitis that can help differentiate it from other skin conditions?
What is a common symptom of cellulitis that can help differentiate it from other skin conditions?
Which population group is NOT mentioned as being at a higher risk for developing cellulitis?
Which population group is NOT mentioned as being at a higher risk for developing cellulitis?
Why is it important for patients with cellulitis to drink plenty of water?
Why is it important for patients with cellulitis to drink plenty of water?
Which antibiotic is recommended for a patient allergic to Flucloxacillin and Penicillin in the treatment of cellulitis?
Which antibiotic is recommended for a patient allergic to Flucloxacillin and Penicillin in the treatment of cellulitis?
What is the appropriate first-line oral antibiotic for treating cellulitis?
What is the appropriate first-line oral antibiotic for treating cellulitis?
What symptom of cellulitis might lead to confusion with other skin conditions?
What symptom of cellulitis might lead to confusion with other skin conditions?
When should a patient be referred or advised to see a doctor for cellulitis treatment?
When should a patient be referred or advised to see a doctor for cellulitis treatment?
What lifestyle advice is given to prevent future cellulitis infections?
What lifestyle advice is given to prevent future cellulitis infections?
