NSG 124/ NSG124 Pharmacology Exam 2 Part A (Latest 2024 / 2025 Update) Questions and Actual Answers

Antibacterial - - ACTUAL ANSWER- designed to fight against or kill bacteria Antifungal - - ACTUAL ANSWER- a drug that kills or prevents the growth of fungi Antiviral - - ACTUAL ANSWER- drug used to treat viral infections Factors in choosing Antibiotics - - ACTUAL ANSWER- 1. identify the infecting organism 2. Drug sensitivity 3. Host factors Factors that may change when choosing Antibiotics - - ACTUAL ANSWER1. 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 - - ACTUAL 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 infect