NUR 139 Unit 4 Exam with Questions and Answers

NUR 139 Unit 4 Exam with Questions and Answers A bacteriostatic substance is one that A. directly kills any bacteria it comes in contact with. B. directly kills any bacteria that are sensitive to the substance. C. prevents the growth of any bacteria. D. prevents the growth of specific bacteria that are sensitive to the substance. ANSWER d Gram-negative bacteria A. are mostly found in the respiratory tract. B. are mostly associated with soft tissue infections. C. are mostly found in the GI and GU tracts. D. accept a positive stain when tested. ANSWER c Antibiotics that are used together to increase their effectiveness and limit the associated adverse effects are said to be A. broad spectrum. B. synergistic. C. bactericidal. D. anaerobic. ANSWER b An aminoglycoside antibiotic might be the drug of choice in treating