In a surgical post-op ward, a patient developed wound infection. Subsequently 3 other patients developed similar infections in the ward. What is the most effective way of preventing the spread of infection?
AFumigation of the ward
BWash OT instruments with 1% perchlorate
CProper hand washing of all ward personnel
DGive IV antibiotics to all patients in the ward
Which organism causes prosthetic valve endocarditis within 60 days of surgery?
AStaphylococcus aureus
BStaphylococcus epidermidis
CFungus
DStreptococcus viridans
Which of the following is the drug of choice for preoperative antibiotic prophylaxis in a patient undergoing cardiac surgery?
ACefazolin
BPenicillin
CClindamycin
DVancomycin
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