Staphylococcal Impetigo Quiz

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Questions and Answers

What bacterium causes the described oral infection?

  • Streptococcus pneumoniae
  • Escherichia coli
  • Klebsiella pneumoniae
  • Staphylococcus aureus (correct)

What is the primary symptom of the described oral infection?

  • Mucosal erythema
  • Crusting and bleeding of the oral mucosa
  • Oral discomfort (correct)
  • Aspiration pneumonia

What is a serious complication of the described oral infection?

  • Oral discomfort
  • Aspiration pneumonia (correct)
  • Mucosal erythema
  • Widespread crusting and bleeding of the oral mucosa

How is the described oral infection typically treated?

<p>Antibiotics (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can the described oral infection be prevented?

<p>Good oral care (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Staphylococcal Impetigo

  • Caused by the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus
  • Typically begins with oral discomfort and mucosal erythema (redness of the mucous membrane)
  • Progresses to widespread crusting and bleeding of the oral mucosa
  • Complicated by a high risk of aspiration of the infected fibrinous crust, which can lead to aspiration pneumonia
  • Treated with antibiotics
  • Prevention involves good oral care

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