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Initial Antibiotic Prescriptions According to Results of POC Testing for GAS
| Antibiotic Prescription at Initial Visit | Number with Positive POC Test (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Yes* | No | |
| Yes | 36 (100) | 30 (26) |
| Penicillin or erythromycin | 27 (75) | 15 (50) |
| Other | 9 (25) | 14 (47) |
| Unknown | 0 (0) | 1 (3) |
| No | 0 (0) | 73 (64) |
| Unknown | 0 (0) | 11 (10) |
The total number of positive POC tests is 36. 1 patient had a positive POC test without a routine culture performed.
POC, point of care; GAS, group A β-hemolytic streptococcus.
