Name/Date:____________________________________________

1. MRSA stands for Methicillin-resistant Staphlococcus aureus.

True

False

2. Most often symptoms can cause mild pimples or boils.

True

False

3. MRSA can also get in the bloodstream, lungs, & urinary tract.

True

False

4. A person can carry staph in their body without being infected with it.

True

False

5. MRSA is spread by contact with the MRSA bacteria.

True

False

6. CA- MRSA is community acquired MRSA & occurs in close quarter settings.

True

False

7. One of the best ways to prevent the spread of MRSA is handwashing.

True

False

8. Another way is to cover all wounds.

True

False

9. MRSA is diagnosed by lab work.

True

False

10. MRSA is resistant to some antibiotics.

True

False