C. difficile Colonization
C. difficile Colonization 2 patients have a C. difficile PCR test and toxin EIA. 1: has cirrhosis, takes lactulose, normal WBC, no changes in diarrhea…
Infectious Diseases Cases
Each week, a fictional case describing a common antimicrobial stewardship opportunity is proposed on Twitter and LinkedIn. A question on how to best proceed with the antimicrobial conundrum, along with a polled response is included to gauge audience perspectives and understanding. KASIC cases are created by a KASIC Infectious Diseases Pharmacist and reviewed by multiple Infectious Diseases Pharmacists before posting.
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Leukocytosis
Leukocytosis is admitted to the with lupus nephritis. She is started on therapy including a corticosteroid The next day, leukocytosis is noted. What is the…
Non-Purulent Cellulitis
Non-Purulent Cellulitis is admitted to the for cellulitis. NO purulence is noted on exam and she has no relevant past medical history Which antibiotic is…
Biofilms
Biofilms is on chronic TPN and admitted to the with a MRSA bloodstream infection related to her IV line. After 4 days of vancomycin therapy,…
C. difficile Prevention
C. difficile Prevention with lymphoma is admitted to the ICU for sepsis from an unknown source. He has a history of C. difficile. Which intervention…