Microbiology / Antibiotics
1. Is all growth of bacteria from the vaginal significant? Why or why not? Describe proper sample collection and interpretation of vaginal culture results for determination of uterine disease.
2. Can viruses remain viable in the environment? How do viruses use a host after infection?
3. Is every positive mycoplasma culture from the dog significant?
4. Define antibiotic, antimicrobial, and antiseptic.
5. Why do you have to give most antibiotics more than once daily to be effective?
Case Study: Your 4 year old intact female Border Collie is pregnant. She has developed a skin infection that requires antibiotic therapy. Below are culture and sensitivity results. Which antibiotic(s) can be safely and effectively administered at this time?
Organism: E. coli, 4+ growth
Amoxicillin Resistant
Ampicillin Resistant
Amoxicillin-clavulanate Sensitive
Cephalexin Sensitive
Tetracycline Sensitive
Gentamycin Resistant
Enrofloxacin Resistant