5 Questions
Which type of Staphylococcus is resistant to penicillin due to β lactamase production?
Staphylococcus aureus
Which of the following bacteria is associated with wound infection after large bowel surgery?
Streptococcus faecalis
Which antibiotic is suitable for treating most of the β-lactamase producing Staphylococcus aureus strains?
Flucloxacillin
What type of Streptococci is not associated with wound infection after large bowel surgery?
Streptococcus viridians
Which antibiotic are all streptococci sensitive to?
Penicillins
Test your knowledge about common bacteria responsible for surgical infections. Learn about Streptococci and Staphylococci strains and their impact on wound infections after surgery. Explore the sensitivity of these bacteria to different antibiotics.
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