Posted by: Pdfprep
Post Date: November 16, 2020
A 38-year-old man presents with acute infection of skin in the leg. Diagnosis of cellulitis has been made.
What should be prescribed?
A . Ceftriaxone + Flucloxacillin
B . Vancomycin + Metronidazole
C . Metronidazole + Erythromycin
D . Ceftriaxone + Terbinafine
E . Penicillin + Flucloxacillin
Answer: E
Explanation:
Penicillin + Flucloxacillin. Cellulitis is usually caused by bacteria, such as staphylococci or streptoc are commonly present on the skin. So Penicillin + Flucloxacillin should be given.
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