18 Questions
What is the recommended frequency for concurrent bathing with an antibacterial shampoo in pets with pyoderma?
Every 2 to 7 days
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a diagnostic feature of bacterial skin diseases in pets?
Keratinization
In veterinary dermatology, where should the sample be taken from for bacterial culture in Staphylococcus species identification?
Intact pustule
What is the recommended duration for administering systemic antibiotics in pets with pyoderma?
3–4 weeks
Which of the following statements about MRSP (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus pseudintermedius) is true?
Transmission of MRSP is mostly from pet to human.
Which of the following is NOT a common histopathological finding in bacterial skin diseases in pets?
Acral lick dermatitis
Which bacterium is the most prevalent in canine pyoderma?
Staphylococcus pseudintermedius
In veterinary dermatology, pyoderma is almost always secondary to which underlying diseases?
Endocrinopathies
Which of the following is NOT a category of bacterial skin disease in dogs according to Dr. Walid Darwiche's lecture?
Systemic pyoderma
What is another term for Acute Moist Dermatitis in dogs?
Pyotraumatic Dermatitis
Which of the following is a differential diagnosis for canine pyoderma?
Yeast dermatitis
Which Staphylococcus species is commonly isolated from canine pyoderma but is not methicillin-resistant?
Staphylococcus epidermidis
Which of the following statements accurately describes the significance of the mecA gene in staphylococci?
The mecA gene confers resistance to penicillins, cephalosporins, and carbapenems.
In the context of pyoderma classification, which of the following factors is NOT considered?
The specific bacterial species involved
Which of the following diagnostic techniques is NOT explicitly mentioned in the text for establishing a diagnosis of pyoderma?
Histopathological evaluation
Which of the following statements is true regarding the treatment of pyoderma?
Empiric systemic antimicrobial therapy can be prescribed for the majority of first-time episodes of pyoderma.
Which of the following statements accurately represents the relationship between methicillin-resistant staphylococci (MRS) and antimicrobial resistance?
MRS often acquire resistance to other antimicrobials in addition to methicillin resistance.
Based on the information provided, which of the following statements is NOT accurate?
Empiric systemic antimicrobial therapy is recommended for all cases of pyoderma.
Learn about epidermal microabscesses, nonspecific superficial dermatitis, perifolliculitis, and folliculitis in veterinary dermatology. Understand the importance of bacterial culture, specifically for Staphylococcus species, in diagnosing skin conditions. Explore treatment options and the potential zoonotic risks associated with MRSP.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
