NSG 124 Pharmacology Exam with Guaranteed Accurate Answers

Part A Antibacterial - correct answer designed to fight against or kill bacteria Antifungal - correct answer a drug that kills or prevents the growth of fungi Antiviral - correct answer drug used to treat viral infections Factors in choosing Antibiotics - correct answer 1. identify the infecting organism 2. Drug sensitivity 3. Host factors Factors that may change when choosing Antibiotics - correct 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 - correct 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 - correct 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 - correct answer Ampicillin and Amoxicillin Narrow Spectrum Penicillins - correct 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? - correct answer Napocillin Severe reaction to Penicillin - correct answer hyperkalemia, hypernatremia, and anaphylaxis Mild reaction to Penicillin - correct answer Itching What medication can never be mixed with Penicillin? - correct answer Gentamicin Nursing Considerations when giving Cephalosporin? - correct 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? - correct answer 1 hour