What is the most common cause of neonatal early-onset sepsis?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Group B Streptococcus
- Step 1: GBS is acquired from the maternal genital tract.
- Step 2: Intrapartum antibiotic prophylaxis reduces risk.
Answer
Group B Streptococcus.
Why not the others: 'Staphylococcus aureus' is a less common cause; 'Pseudomonas aeruginosa' is rare; 'Candida albicans' is more typical in late-onset infection in preterm infants.
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