Pharmacology
Exam 4 Questions
Antibiotics
, The development of a new infection as a result of the elimination of normal flora by an
antibiotic is referred to as what? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Suprainfection
A microbe acquires antibiotic resistance by which means? - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Transfer of DNA coding to other bacteria
What considerations are needed when selecting an antibiotic? - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Infecting Organism
Organism's Sensitivity and Resistance
Host Defenses (competent immune function)
Site of Infection
The CDC's campaign to prevent the development of antimicrobial resistance in hospitals
focuses on what four approaches? - CORRECT ANSWERS-1. Prevent Infection
2. Diagnose and Treat Infection Effectively
3. Use Antimicrobials Wisely
4. Prevent Transmission
A patient has acquired an infection while in the hospital. The nurse identifies this type of
infection as what? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Nosocomial infection
Which are examples of the improper use of antibiotic therapy? - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Treating a viral infection
Improper dosing
Before administering intravenous (IV) penicillin, the nurse should do what?
A. Flush the IV site with normal saline.
B. Assess the patient for allergies.
C. Review the patient's intake and output record.
D. Determine the latest creatinine clearance result. - CORRECT ANSWERS-Assess the
patient for allergies
Thirty minutes after receiving an intramuscular (IM) injection of penicillin G [Pfizerpen], a
patient reports itching and redness at the injection site. Which action should the nurse
take first?
A. Elevate the lower legs.
B. Place an ice pack on the site.
C. Make sure the patient stays calm.
D. Administer subcutaneous epinephrine. - CORRECT ANSWERS-Administer
subcutaneous epinephrine
A patient is receiving penicillin G [Bicillin C-R]. Which assessment should the nurse
monitor as an indicator of an undesired effect?
A. Cardiac rhythm
B. Serum sodium level
Exam 4 Questions
Antibiotics
, The development of a new infection as a result of the elimination of normal flora by an
antibiotic is referred to as what? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Suprainfection
A microbe acquires antibiotic resistance by which means? - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Transfer of DNA coding to other bacteria
What considerations are needed when selecting an antibiotic? - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Infecting Organism
Organism's Sensitivity and Resistance
Host Defenses (competent immune function)
Site of Infection
The CDC's campaign to prevent the development of antimicrobial resistance in hospitals
focuses on what four approaches? - CORRECT ANSWERS-1. Prevent Infection
2. Diagnose and Treat Infection Effectively
3. Use Antimicrobials Wisely
4. Prevent Transmission
A patient has acquired an infection while in the hospital. The nurse identifies this type of
infection as what? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Nosocomial infection
Which are examples of the improper use of antibiotic therapy? - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Treating a viral infection
Improper dosing
Before administering intravenous (IV) penicillin, the nurse should do what?
A. Flush the IV site with normal saline.
B. Assess the patient for allergies.
C. Review the patient's intake and output record.
D. Determine the latest creatinine clearance result. - CORRECT ANSWERS-Assess the
patient for allergies
Thirty minutes after receiving an intramuscular (IM) injection of penicillin G [Pfizerpen], a
patient reports itching and redness at the injection site. Which action should the nurse
take first?
A. Elevate the lower legs.
B. Place an ice pack on the site.
C. Make sure the patient stays calm.
D. Administer subcutaneous epinephrine. - CORRECT ANSWERS-Administer
subcutaneous epinephrine
A patient is receiving penicillin G [Bicillin C-R]. Which assessment should the nurse
monitor as an indicator of an undesired effect?
A. Cardiac rhythm
B. Serum sodium level
