Deck 13: Resistant Organisms

Question 1

The antibiotic that may still be effective against MRSA is:

A) Penicillin
B) Chloramphenicol
C) Garamycin
D) Vancomycin

Answer 1

Vancomycin

Question 2

Tissue necrosis first appears as:

A) Draining red lesions
B) Reddened skin that is hot to the touch
C) Dark purple rash with blisters
D) Swollen joints

Answer 2

Dark purple rash with blisters

Question 3

Persons that are considered at risk for MRSA include:

A) Post-op patients
B) Immunosuppressed patients
C) Burn patients
D) All of the above

Answer 3

All of the above

Question 4

The reason(s)organisms develop resistance include:

A) Noncompliant patients
B) Overprescribing of antibiotics
C) Substandard dosages
D) A and B only
E) A,B,and C

Question 5

An outbreak of a disease that affects a large group of people in a geographic region or defined population group is a(n):

A) Endemic
B) Pandemic
C) Epidemic
D) Serodemic

Question 6

A person who has developed an abscess should:

A) Use a sterilized needle to puncture the area
B) See a physician for an incision and drainage
C) Use saltwater compresses for a few days
D) Do nothing; it will go away

Question 7

The test that is performed to identify bacteria as well as effective antibiotic therapy is a:

A) Complete blood count
B) Continuous and sensitivity test
C) Fast strep test
D) Culture and sensitivity test

Question 8

When you have an open wound,it is best to:

A) Keep it covered and change the dressing frequently
B) Keep it covered and do not change the dressing
C) Leave it open to the air for quick healing
D) Leave it open but wipe frequently to remove secretions

Question 9

Beginning signs and symptoms of MRSA may include:

A) Fever
B) Seizures
C) Small lesions that resemble a pimple or insect bite
D) Reddened streaks appearing on the arm

Question 10

CA-MRSA is a strain of MRSA (Methicillin-resistant staph aureus)that affects:

A) A particular group of patients
B) A community
C) The patients of a particular physician
D) A church group

Question 11

Necrotizing fasciitis is typically caused by:

A) Staphylococcus
B) E-coli
C) Streptococcus group A
D) Vancomycin-resistant enterococcus

Question 12

Enterococcus typically lives:

A) In the lungs
B) On the skin
C) In the intestines
D) In your ears

Question 13

Which of the following scientists discovered penicillin?

A) Fleming
B) Semmelweis
C) Pasteur
D) Curie

Question 14

One way that some healthcare facilities are trying to reduce the spread of MRSA is:

A) Testing all infants and children on admission
B) Requiring all patients to have a statement of clean health
C) Treating everyone with prophylactic antibiotics
D) Testing all employees

Question 15

Which federal agency helps monitor the cleanliness of beaches?

A) CDC
B) FDA
C) EPA
D) OSHA

Question 16

If you are being treated with antibiotics for MRSA,you should:

A) Share the medicine with your family to keep them from contracting MRSA
B) Take the antibiotics until you feel better and save the rest for another time
C) Take all of the medicine,do not skip a dose,and do not share
D) Get at least two refills in case the infection returns

Question 17

Some cases of necrotizing fasciitis are missed because:

A) Symptoms are vague and similar to other conditions
B) The patient does not see a physician
C) The rash does not itch
D) There are no signs or symptoms

Question 18

The most effective way to protect yourself from CA-MRSA is:

A) Consistent hand washing
B) Stay inside during times of community events
C) Do not share personal items such as combs,towels,or clothing
D) Do not attend sporting events
E) A and C

Question 19

A slow but steady progression of a particular disease is a(n):

A) Endemic
B) Pandemic
C) Epidemic
D) Serodemic

Question 20

The early signs and symptoms of necrotizing fasciitis are usually:

A) Red,raised rash
B) Flu-like symptoms
C) Uncontrolled fever
D) Vomiting and diarrhea

Question 21

A(n)___________is a medication that destroys most bacterial organisms.
Chapter 13: Resistant Organisms

Question 22

A change in the DNA sequence of a gene that can cause an organism to become resistant to medications is called _______________.

Question 23

Cutting away the tissue,known as _______________,can sometimes slow the progression of necrotizing fasciitis.

Question 24

A new therapy for necrotizing fasciitis has begun in the form of intravenous _______________.

Question 25

Fifteen to _______________% of the population are group A strep carriers.