A 35-year-old presents with fever and RLQ pain. CT shows appendicitis without perforation. Antibiotics alone or surgery are discussed. Which empiric c...

Question

A 35-year-old presents with fever and RLQ pain. CT shows appendicitis without perforation. Antibiotics alone or surgery are discussed. Which empiric coverage is needed pre-op?

Accepted Answer

Gram-negative and anaerobic coverage

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Gram-positive only

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Fungal coverage

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Atypical coverage

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MRSA coverage only

us-abem MCQ (SBA): Intra-abdominal Infection (Appendicitis)

A 35-year-old presents with fever and RLQ pain. CT shows appendicitis without perforation. Antibiotics alone or surgery are discussed. Which empiric coverage is needed pre-op?