The patient developed _____, a severe infection characterized by the presence of bacteria in the bloodstream.
Source: Scene from Chicago Med Season 2, Episode 8
1bacteremia✓ 정답
2viremia
3septicemia
4fungemia
5parasitemia
해설
Bacteremia is the presence of bacteria in the bloodstream. While some episodes can be transient and harmless (as during dental procedures), persistent bacteremia can lead to sepsis. Common causes include infected wounds, pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and infected medical devices. Symptoms may include fever, chills, rapid breathing, and increased heart rate.
7. Prevention Strategies
- Hand hygiene
- Aseptic technique
- Proper catheter care
- Vaccination
- Early removal of medical devices
핵심 개념
bacteremia — A condition where bacteria are present in the blood, which can be either transient or persistent, potentially leading to serious infections
viremia — The presence of viruses in the bloodstream, indicating a viral infection that has spread through the blood
septicemia — A serious bloodstream infection that occurs when bacteria multiply in the blood, often leading to sepsis and organ dysfunction
fungemia — The presence of fungi in the blood, typically occurring in immunocompromised patients and can be life-threatening
parasitemia — The presence of parasites in the bloodstream, commonly seen in diseases like malaria where parasites infect blood cells