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Undergoes total hip replacement with draining surgical wound


Problem: A patient presents 2 weeks after undergoing a total hip replacement with a draining surgical wound and fever. The wound culture is positive for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). What is the most appropriate next step? Need Assignment Help?  Group of answer choices Drain the wound and continue oral clindamycin Start oral antibiotics and apply a dressing Delay antibiotic therapy and schedule a follow-up in 3 days Start IV vancomycin and plan for possible surgical debridement

 

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