ATI Pharmacology Review (Final) Questions with correct answers

cephalosporin Correct Answer - - broad-spectrum - ceph/cefs - similar to PCN/ don't give if PCN allergy - can cause bleeding w/ other bleeding meds monitor bleeding time (tonsil story) - Disulfiram reaction (puke & puke & puke) just like Flagyl, the protozoal drug - store in fridge & take with food ALL antibiotics have these side effects Correct Answer - - allergy, hypersensitivity - suprainfection - organ (kidney & ear) toxicity - lowers OCP effectiveness vancomyocin Correct Answer - - serious infections like MRSA, colitis by C-diff - ototoxicity: get hearing test, tell provider if hearing getting worse - given IV over 60 minutes tetracyclines Correct Answer - - Sumycin, Doxycycline (Vibramycin) - broad-spectrum; rocky mtn fever, lyme disease, acne, GI infections by H. Pylori - bad GI discomfort - don't give to kids ≤8; teeth permanently yellow/stained - bad photosensitivity - wear sunscreen! - can't take with milk, iron, or antacids - take on empty stomach with a full glass of water