Impitego

• Minor Ailment for Impitego Med Sask Guidelines 

1. What is impetigo most commonly caused by?

a) Group B streptococcus

b) Group A streptococcus or staphylococcus

c) E. coli

d) Pseudomonas aeruginosa

2. Which type of impetigo is characterized by thick honey-colored crusts?

a) bullous impetigo

b) nonbullous impetigo

c) pustular impetigo

d) scaly impetigo

3. Which of the following is a possible complication of streptococcal impetigo?

a) cellulitis and acute glomerulonephritis

b) pneumonia

c) liver damage

d) arthritis

4. What is the primary treatment choice for uncomplicated, localized nonbullous impetigo?

a) systemic antibiotics like amoxicillin/clavulanate

b) topical antibiotics like mupirocin

c) antihistamines

d) antiviral medications

5. Which of the following is NOT recommended for preventing the spread of impetigo?

a) covering any open wounds with a bandage

b) washing hands with soap and warm water after touching infected areas

c) sharing towels and personal items

d) avoiding close contact with others until treated