Staphylococcus Aureus Skin Lesions Quiz
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What kind of skin lesions are induced by gram-positive cocci?

  • Pustules
  • Bullae
  • Furuncles
  • Erosions with honey-colored crusts (correct)
  • What are indicators of Staphylococcus aureus infection?

  • Bullae
  • Vegetating pyodermas (confluence of pustules)
  • Desquamation (scarring and crusting)
  • Widespread erythema (redness) (correct)
  • Where is S. aureus a normal inhabitant in adults?

  • Every part of the body equally
  • Anterior nares in 20 to 40% of adults (correct)
  • Back of the ears and axillae
  • Hands and perineum in smaller number of individuals
  • Why are nasal carriers particularly prone to infections with S. aureus?

    <p>Because of its contagious presence on the skin and nasal mucosa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has become a common community-acquired skin infection?

    <p>Methicillin-resistant S. aureus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the spread of infection in the hospital setting frequently traced to?

    <p>Hands of a healthcare worker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common indicator of Staphylococcus aureus infection?

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

    Which of the following skin lesions is commonly induced by gram-positive cocci?

    <p>Erosions with honey-colored crusts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is S. aureus a normal inhabitant in 20 to 40% of adults?

    <p>Nasal mucosa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common site for impetigo to be located?

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

    What is essential in limiting nosocomial complications related to S. aureus infections?

    <p>Proper handwashing technique</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has become a common community-acquired skin infection, raising concerns about antibiotic resistance?

    <p>Methicillin-resistant S. aureus</p> Signup and view all the answers

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