Quick Recall
One of the most challenging types of infections to treat are those by gram-negative enteric bacteria that produce Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamases (ESBLs). Which type of beta-lactam drug is structurally different enough to other beta-lactams to remain effective in treating most infections caused by this type of bacteria?
- A. carbapenems
- B. extended-spectrum pencillins
- C. fourth generation cephalosporins
- D. monobactams
- E. narrow spectrum penicillins
SUGGESTIVE OF ... B.... EXTENDED SPECTRUM PENCILLINS.. LIKE.. ..... PIPERACILLIN.. . .....TICARCILLIN ....MEZLOCILLIN ... CARBENICILLIN
Fourth generation Cephalosporin is first choice. If pooror no response Carbapenems.
A
D
A. Carbapenems
A bcoz ESBL BACTERIA ARE E.COLI & KIB CARBEPENAM
C
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