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QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Antibacterial. ANSWER -designed to fight against or kill bacteria
Antifungal. ANSWER -a drug that kills or prevents the growth of fungi
Antiviral. ANSWER -drug used to treat viral infections
Factors in choosing Antibiotics. ANSWER -1. identify the infecting organism
2. Drug sensitivity
3. Host factors
Factors that may change when choosing Antibiotics. ANSWER -1. allergy to drug of
choice
2. inability of drug to penetrate site of infection
3. heightened susceptibility of patient for toxicity( renal dysfunction)
Uses for Antimicrobial Drugs. ANSWER -1. pre-op medication for prophylactic treatment
prior to surgery
2. individuals with valvular disease to prevent endocarditis
3. Patients with neutropenia/high risk of infection
Misuses of Antimicrobials. ANSWER -1. treatment of viral infections (mumps, chickenpox,
common cold which do not respond)
2. Fever of unknown origin
3. Improper dosage
, Broad Spectrum Penicillins. ANSWER -Ampicillin and Amoxicillin
Narrow Spectrum Penicillins. ANSWER -Penicillin G
Penicillin V
Which penicillin is the most common to work against drug allergies, is the least toxic, and
works better because its more specific?. ANSWER -Napocillin
Severe reaction to Penicillin. ANSWER -hyperkalemia, hypernatremia, and anaphylaxis
Mild reaction to Penicillin. ANSWER -Itching
What medication can never be mixed with Penicillin?. ANSWER -Gentamicin
Nursing Considerations when giving Cephalosporin?. ANSWER -1. perform cultures prior
to administration
2. determine the proper route
3. Oral meds must be refrigerated
4. IM route is more painful due to thickness of medication
What is the half-life of Carbapenems?. ANSWER -1 hour
How are Carbapenems excreted?. ANSWER -eliminated renally through the urine
Adverse effects of Carbapenems. ANSWER -nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
What is the normal adult dose of Carbapenem?. ANSWER -500mg q6h
What is the primary use of Tetracycline?. ANSWER -Severe acne
Ulcer disease