Decision
Are there any unique exposures?
Yes
- Adjust antibiotic regimen accordingly
No
- If no complications concerning for outpatient failure, treat with antibiotics from: Moderate, Severe, or Complicated Abscess
- Otherwise, admit to ED Observation unit or inpatient setting depending on local protocols.
Background
Unique Exposures
Type of Exposure | Organism
|
Dog/cat bite | Pasteurella multocida |
Diabetes, neutropenia | Pseudomonas aeruginosa |
Traumatic wound/dirt exposure | Clostridium perfringens |
Freshwater exposure | Aeromonas hydrophila |
Saltwater exposure | Vibrio vulnificus |
