Case Study: Infectious Conjunctivitis and its Management

This case study discusses the causes, mechanism of action, adverse reactions, and infection control issues of infectious conjunctivitis. It also explores how to break the chain of infection and prevent transmission. The case study focuses on John, an 88-year-old resident who experienced symptoms of red and swollen eyes, thick discharge from the eye, and irritation. The main causative organism behind John’s eye infection was identified as Staphylococcus aureus. The case study also discusses the transmission of infection from John to Mary and how to prevent it.