NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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What is the primary use of Mupirocin in a clinical setting?

E. coli treatment
VRE infection treatment
MRSA decolonization
SSTI treatment

The correct answer is: MRSA decolonization

Out of all the choices, the primary use for Mupirocin in a clinical setting is MRSA decolonization. This is because Mupirocin is a topical antibiotic that is specifically effective against MRSA, a type of bacteria that commonly causes skin infections. It works by stopping the growth of MRSA on the skin, which can then help to decolonize the bacteria and prevent the spread of infection. While Mupirocin can also be used for treating certain E. coli infections and skin and soft tissue infections (SSTIs), these are not its main uses in a clinical setting. In addition, while VRE infections can also be treated with Mupirocin, it is not typically the first-line choice for this type of infection. Therefore, the correct answer is C, as it is the primary and most commonly used purpose of Mupirocin in a clinical setting.