is on chronic TPN and admitted to the with a MRSA bloodstream infection related to her IV line.
After 4 days of vancomycin therapy, her blood culture is still positive. What is the MOST LIKELY reason?
A. Biofilm on IV lineB. Vancomycin resistanceC. TPN inhibits vancomycin
Biofilm on IV line
Explanation: Biofilm formation helps microbes survive likely by limiting anti-infective penetration at the site of infection ⚠️ Source control may be necessary for clinical cure!