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What is the chemotherapeutic index?
What is the chemotherapeutic index?
- The selective toxicity of antibacterial drugs
- The lowest dose toxic to the patient divided by the dose typically used for therapy (correct)
- The range of microorganisms killed or inhibited by an antimicrobial medication
- The ability of an antimicrobial to cause allergic reactions
What term describes antimicrobial medications that kill only a limited range of microorganisms?
What term describes antimicrobial medications that kill only a limited range of microorganisms?
- Bactericidal
- Narrow-spectrum antimicrobial (correct)
- Broad-spectrum antimicrobial
- Bacteriostatic
What is the term for antimicrobial medications that kill a wide range of microorganisms?
What is the term for antimicrobial medications that kill a wide range of microorganisms?
- Broad-spectrum antimicrobial (correct)
- Narrow-spectrum antimicrobial
- Bactericidal
- Bacteriostatic
Which term describes the action of antimicrobials that inhibit the growth of microorganisms?
Which term describes the action of antimicrobials that inhibit the growth of microorganisms?
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What adverse effect may occur when normal flora is killed by antimicrobials?
What adverse effect may occur when normal flora is killed by antimicrobials?
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What is the ideal characteristic of an antibacterial drug?
What is the ideal characteristic of an antibacterial drug?
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What is a common side effect of beta-lactam antibiotics?
What is a common side effect of beta-lactam antibiotics?
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Which class of antibiotics is relatively safe and well tolerated?
Which class of antibiotics is relatively safe and well tolerated?
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What may tetracyclines cause over time?
What may tetracyclines cause over time?
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What is the potential outcome of a combination of two antibacterial agents when they produce an additive effect?
What is the potential outcome of a combination of two antibacterial agents when they produce an additive effect?
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