Patient Population: Adult
| Diagnosis | Common Pathogens | Drug(s) of First Choice | Alternative Drug(s) | Comments | Expected Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Any bone/joint infection with hardware in place |
S. aureus Coagulase-negative staphylococci Streptococcus spp. Enterococcus Gram-positive rods Enterobacteriaceae (rarely) |
If patient is stable, withhold antibiotics until cultures are taken Call ID for treatment assistance |
ID consultation recommended |