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What is a subset of nosocomial pneumonia that occurs after 48 hours of mechanical ventilation?
What is a subset of nosocomial pneumonia that occurs after 48 hours of mechanical ventilation?
- Community Acquired Pneumonia
- Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
- Ventilator Associated Pneumonia (correct)
- Atypical Pneumonia
Which of the following factors contributes to gram-negative oropharyngeal colonization?
Which of the following factors contributes to gram-negative oropharyngeal colonization?
- Short duration of hospitalization
- Healthy immune system
- Decreased gastric motility (correct)
- Good nutrition
In the therapy for Nosocomial pneumonia (HAP & VAP), what should be administered if the specific MO is unknown and there is a need to cover Pseudomonas aeruginosa?
In the therapy for Nosocomial pneumonia (HAP & VAP), what should be administered if the specific MO is unknown and there is a need to cover Pseudomonas aeruginosa?
- Oxacillin
- Levofloxacin
- Piperacillin-tazobactam (correct)
- Vancomycin
What should be covered in Empiric coverage for Nosocomial pneumonia therapy?
What should be covered in Empiric coverage for Nosocomial pneumonia therapy?
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Which type of pneumonia starts with sore throat, headache followed by nonproductive cough and dyspnea?
Which type of pneumonia starts with sore throat, headache followed by nonproductive cough and dyspnea?
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What should be used if there are risk factors for MRSA in a patient undergoing Nosocomial pneumonia therapy?
What should be used if there are risk factors for MRSA in a patient undergoing Nosocomial pneumonia therapy?
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Which antibiotic should be administered for Proven MSSA in Nosocomial pneumonia therapy?
Which antibiotic should be administered for Proven MSSA in Nosocomial pneumonia therapy?
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