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What is the mode of action of aminoglycosides?
What is the mode of action of aminoglycosides?
- Disruption of cell wall synthesis
- Prevention of RNA transcription
- Interference with bacterial protein synthesis (correct)
- Inhibition of DNA synthesis
Which of the following is NOT a member of the aminoglycoside group of antibiotics?
Which of the following is NOT a member of the aminoglycoside group of antibiotics?
- Penicillin (correct)
- Apramycin
- Tobramycin
- Streptomycin
How do aminoglycosides cause cell death in bacteria?
How do aminoglycosides cause cell death in bacteria?
- By interfering with ribosomal subunits (correct)
- By damaging the bacterial DNA
- By preventing RNA synthesis
- By inhibiting cell wall formation
What effect do aminoglycosides have on cell membrane permeability?
What effect do aminoglycosides have on cell membrane permeability?
Why are aminoglycosides considered bactericidal?
Why are aminoglycosides considered bactericidal?
What is the source of beta-lactam antibiotics like cephalosporins?
What is the source of beta-lactam antibiotics like cephalosporins?
What is the primary mode of action of beta-lactam antibiotics like cephalosporins?
What is the primary mode of action of beta-lactam antibiotics like cephalosporins?
What is the antibacterial activity of beta-lactam antibiotics like cephalosporins?
What is the antibacterial activity of beta-lactam antibiotics like cephalosporins?
What is the spectrum of activity for beta-lactam antibiotics like cephalosporins?
What is the spectrum of activity for beta-lactam antibiotics like cephalosporins?
What is a key property of beta-lactam antibiotics like cephalosporins?
What is a key property of beta-lactam antibiotics like cephalosporins?
What is a key advantage of using cephalosporins?
What is a key advantage of using cephalosporins?
Which of the following is the most toxic aminoglycoside antibiotic?
Which of the following is the most toxic aminoglycoside antibiotic?
Which aminoglycoside antibiotic is the least toxic but more expensive?
Which aminoglycoside antibiotic is the least toxic but more expensive?
Which of the following is a common side effect of prolonged administration of aminoglycoside antibiotics?
Which of the following is a common side effect of prolonged administration of aminoglycoside antibiotics?
Which aminoglycoside antibiotic is particularly effective against Pseudomonas infections?
Which aminoglycoside antibiotic is particularly effective against Pseudomonas infections?
Which of the following is a common use of aminoglycoside antibiotics in poultry?
Which of the following is a common use of aminoglycoside antibiotics in poultry?
Which combination of aminoglycoside and other antibiotic class is commonly used for the treatment of G-positive mastitis in large animals?
Which combination of aminoglycoside and other antibiotic class is commonly used for the treatment of G-positive mastitis in large animals?
What is a possible side effect of cephalosporins when given orally?
What is a possible side effect of cephalosporins when given orally?
Which antibiotic resistance mechanism involves the production of beta-lactamase?
Which antibiotic resistance mechanism involves the production of beta-lactamase?
How do aminoglycosides cause disruption of cell membrane permeability in bacteria?
How do aminoglycosides cause disruption of cell membrane permeability in bacteria?
Which type of bacteria does methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA) show resistance against?
Which type of bacteria does methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA) show resistance against?
What is the main mode of action of aminoglycosides on bacterial protein synthesis?
What is the main mode of action of aminoglycosides on bacterial protein synthesis?
Which antibiotic enhances the penetration of aminoglycosides by disrupting the cell wall?
Which antibiotic enhances the penetration of aminoglycosides by disrupting the cell wall?
What is the purpose of combining Streptomycin with other aminoglycosides?
What is the purpose of combining Streptomycin with other aminoglycosides?
What is the main mechanism of aminoglycoside resistance?
What is the main mechanism of aminoglycoside resistance?
What is the primary mode of action of macrolide antibiotics?
What is the primary mode of action of macrolide antibiotics?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the antibacterial activity of macrolides?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the antibacterial activity of macrolides?
What is the primary reason for the use of enteric-coated tablets for macrolide antibiotics?
What is the primary reason for the use of enteric-coated tablets for macrolide antibiotics?
What is the main route of excretion for macrolides like Tylosin?
What is the main route of excretion for macrolides like Tylosin?
Apart from their antibacterial activity, what additional properties do macrolides have?
Apart from their antibacterial activity, what additional properties do macrolides have?
Which of the following is a therapeutic use of macrolides in large animals?
Which of the following is a therapeutic use of macrolides in large animals?
What is the drug of choice for treating enteritis caused by Campylobacter jejuni?
What is the drug of choice for treating enteritis caused by Campylobacter jejuni?
How often is Erythroprim administered when used as a treatment?
How often is Erythroprim administered when used as a treatment?
What makes Erythroprim different from erythromycin?
What makes Erythroprim different from erythromycin?
