C. Diff Infection

Question 1

What are the antibiotics that can cause a C. Diff infection?

Answer 1

Co-amoxiclav
Cephalosporin
Clarithromycin
Clindamycim

Question 2

What is the biggest sign of a C.diff infection?

Answer 2

Dehydration

Question 3

What are the signs of dehydration?

Answer 3

Sunken eyes
Increased skin turgor
Dry mouth

Question 4

What tests should you order in suspected C.Diff?

Answer 4

Culture

• 3 stool cultures
• Blood cultures

Bloods

• Renal function
• Increased WCC

Question 5

What test should you do if the abdomen is distended and tender?

Answer 5

Abdo X ray

- Toxic megacolon

Question 6

What is the FIRST treatment of C.Diff?

Answer 6

STOP PREDISPOSING ANTIBIOTICS

REHYDRATE

• ORT
• IV saline

Question 7

What antibiotics should be used for C.Diff?

Answer 7

• Metronidazole

- Vancomycin