Antibiotic Selection & Resistance
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What is the MOST critical consideration when selecting an antibiotic for treatment?

  • The broad-spectrum activity of the antibiotic to cover all potential pathogens.
  • The antibiotic's cost and availability at the local pharmacy.
  • The susceptibility of the infecting bacteria to the chosen antibiotic. (correct)
  • The patient's preference for oral versus intravenous administration.

    • Which mechanism most accurately describes how colistin disrupts bacterial cell membranes?

  • Inhibits the synthesis of phospholipids, preventing membrane formation.
  • Forms covalent bonds with peptidoglycans, inhibiting cell wall synthesis.
  • Displaces divalent cations from LPS molecules, destabilizing the outer membrane. (correct)
  • Inserts into the lipid bilayer, creating pores that lead to cell lysis via osmotic imbalance.

    • Which mechanism of antibiotic resistance involves the modification of the antibiotic target site in bacteria?

  • Mutations in the bacterial ribosomal RNA or proteins. (correct)
  • Enzymatic inactivation of the antibiotic.
  • Efflux pumps that remove the antibiotic from the bacterial cell.
  • Decreased bacterial permeability to the antibiotic.

    • Which of the following adverse drug reactions (ADRs) is specifically associated with colistin treatment?

    <p>Nephrotoxicity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which strategy is LEAST likely to be effective in combating multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria?

    <p>Using broad-spectrum antibiotics as a first-line treatment option to ensure coverage of all possible resistant strains. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient with a severe Pseudomonas aeruginosa infection, resistant to carbapenems, requires treatment. Considering the provided information, what is the most appropriate therapeutic approach?

    <p>Combination therapy including colistin. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient is diagnosed with a bacterial infection that is confirmed to be resistant to multiple antibiotics. Which of the following approaches would be MOST appropriate?

    <p>Consulting with an infectious disease specialist to determine the best course of action based on the specific resistance profile. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient develops gastrointestinal (GI) distress while being treated for a skin infection. Which antimicrobial agent is most likely the cause?

    <p>A topical antiseptic (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A bacterium has developed resistance to a beta-lactam antibiotic. Which mechanism is LEAST likely to be responsible for this resistance?

    <p>Increased production of peptidoglycan. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following scenarios presents the HIGHEST risk for the development and spread of antibiotic resistance?

    <p>A patient self-treating a suspected viral infection with leftover antibiotics from a previous prescription. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following macrolides is available in both parenteral and oral formulations?

    <p>Azithromycin (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient is diagnosed with a urinary tract infection (UTI) and has a history of multidrug-resistant Gram-negative bacterial infections. Which antimicrobial agent's use in treating UTIs is mentioned?

    <p>Midecamycin (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements BEST describes the principle of selective toxicity in antibacterial therapy?

    <p>Antibacterial drugs should exploit differences between bacterial and host cells to selectively kill bacteria without harming the host. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is unique to 14-membered ring macrolides compared to 15- or 16-membered ring macrolides?

    <p>Specific chemical structure influencing their binding affinity. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A researcher is investigating a new antibacterial agent that inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis. Which bacterial structure or process is MOST likely being targeted by this agent?

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    A hospital infection control team is investigating an outbreak of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales. Based on the provided information, which antimicrobial agent would be most appropriate to include in the hospital's updated treatment guidelines?

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    What is the primary mechanism of action for tetracyclines?

    <p>Inhibiting protein synthesis by binding to the 30S ribosomal subunit. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aminoglycoside adverse drug reaction is generally considered irreversible?

    <p>Ototoxicity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which clinical scenario would aminoglycosides require cautious use due to the risk of neuromuscular blockade?

    <p>Patients with neuromuscular disorders such as myasthenia gravis. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which class is primarily used to treat infections caused by Acinetobacter baumannii?

    <p>No class is listed as indicated. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which route of administration is exclusive to doxycycline within the tetracycline class?

    <p>Parenteral (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the organisms is NOT typically susceptible to tetracyclines?

    <p><code>Staphylococci</code> (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient reports experiencing vertigo, ataxia, and loss of balance after starting an antibiotic regimen. Which class of antibiotics is MOST likely responsible for these adverse effects?

    <p>Aminoglycosides (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the most likely scenario for combined antibiotic therapy?

    <p>Using penicillin to treat Streptococci infections. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient with a severe Corynebacterium diphtheriae infection is prescribed a macrolide. Which property of macrolides is most crucial for effective treatment?

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    A patient is diagnosed with a respiratory infection caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae. Which macrolide characteristic is most relevant when selecting an appropriate antibiotic?

    <p>The drug's spectrum of activity, including atypical pathogens like Mycoplasma. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient has a mixed infection involving both Streptococcus pyogenes and Haemophilus influenzae. Which macrolide would be the MOST appropriate choice, considering the spectrum of activity?

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    A patient with a known hypersensitivity to erythromycin requires treatment for a Bordetella pertussis infection. Which macrolide would represent the SAFEST alternative?

    <p>Azithromycin, given its structural similarity and potential for cross-reactivity should be tested cautiously. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a clinical trial, researchers are evaluating the efficacy of a novel macrolide against a methicillin-sensitive Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA) strain. Which factor is MOST critical in determining the success of the macrolide therapy?

    <p>The drug's minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) against the MSSA strain and the achievable serum concentrations. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A microbiology lab reports that a patient's Streptococcus pneumoniae isolate is resistant to erythromycin but sensitive to other macrolides. Which mechanism would MOST likely explain this resistance pattern?

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    A researcher is investigating the effectiveness of clarithromycin against Helicobacter pylori in vitro. Which experimental condition would MOST accurately reflect the in vivo environment of this bacterium?

    <p>Incubating the bacteria with clarithromycin at a low pH. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A veterinarian is treating a cat with suspected Chlamydophila felis infection. Considering the typical spectrum of macrolides, which of the following would influence their decision to use or avoid a macrolide?

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    Metronidazole's mechanism of action involves the production of nitro radicals. What is the PRIMARY effect of these radicals on susceptible organisms?

    <p>Disruption of DNA structure, leading to loss of helical structure and strand breakage. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Co-trimoxazole carries a risk of causing kernicterus in neonates. What is the underlying mechanism for this adverse effect?

    <p>Co-trimoxazole competes with bilirubin for binding sites on albumin, increasing free bilirubin levels. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a typical target organism for Co-trimoxazole?

    <p>Streptococci (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient presents with symptoms suggestive of melioidosis. Based on the content, which antibiotic would be MOST appropriate to consider?

    <p>Co-trimoxazole (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient develops a severe skin reaction characterized by widespread blisters and skin detachment after starting Co-trimoxazole. Which of the following conditions is MOST likely?

    <p>Stevens-Johnson Syndrome/Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (SJS/TEN) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient is prescribed Metronidazole. What key instruction should the patient receive regarding alcohol consumption?

    <p>Alcohol should be avoided entirely during Metronidazole treatment and for at least 48 hours after. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient is diagnosed with Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia. Which of the following medications is MOST likely to be prescribed, based on the content?

    <p>Co-trimoxazole (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism by which Metronidazole selectively targets anaerobic bacteria and parasites?

    <p>It is selectively taken up and activated in anaerobic cells due to their unique redox environment. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following scenarios would be the MOST appropriate use of a macrolide antibiotic, considering the information provided?

    <p>In combination with other antibiotics for the treatment of a non-tuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) infection. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient taking theophylline for asthma develops a Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection and is prescribed a macrolide antibiotic. What is the PRIMARY concern regarding potential drug interactions?

    <p>Elevation of theophylline levels, potentially leading to toxicity, due to the macrolide inhibiting CYP3A4. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient is prescribed clindamycin. What is the mechanism of action of this medication?

    <p>Disruption of bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Considering their spectrum of activity, which of the following infections is MOST likely to be effectively treated with clindamycin?

    <p>A skin and soft tissue infection caused by community-associated methicillin-resistant <em>Staphylococcus aureus</em> (CA-MRSA). (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient is diagnosed with a Staphylococcus aureus infection and has a known penicillin allergy. Which antibiotic would be MOST appropriate to prescribe as a penicillin substitute, based on the information provided?

    <p>Azithromycin (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient taking warfarin requires antibiotic therapy. Select the MOST appropriate antibiotic choice, considering potential drug interactions with warfarin.

    <p>Clindamycin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the MOST significant adverse drug reaction (ADR) associated with macrolide antibiotics that clinicians should monitor, particularly in patients with pre-existing cardiac conditions?

    <p>Cardiac arrhythmia, specifically prolonged QT interval and Torsades de pointes. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a hospital setting, several patients have been diagnosed with pertussis. Based on the information provided, what is the MOST appropriate public health recommendation?

    <p>Isolation of infected patients and implementation of droplet precautions. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Antibiotic Resistance

    The ability of bacteria to survive and grow despite the presence of antibiotics.

    Mechanisms of Resistance

    Different biological methods through which bacteria evade the effects of antibiotics.

    MDR Bacteria

    Multi-Drug Resistant Bacteria that are resistant to multiple antibiotics.

    Antibiotic Classification

    The system used to categorize antibiotics based on their chemical structure and activity.

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    General Principles of Antibiotic Treatment

    Guidelines for effectively using antibiotics to treat infections.

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    Dealing with MDR Bacteria

    Strategies used to manage and treat infections caused by multi-drug resistant bacteria.

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    Pharmacology

    The study of how drugs interact with biological systems.

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    Antibacterial Agents

    Substances that kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria.

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    Cationic detergents mechanism

    Act as cationic detergents that disrupt cell membranes by interacting with phospholipids.

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    Colistin

    An antibiotic used primarily for treating MDR-GNB infections.

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    Adverse effects of Colistin

    Includes nephrotoxicity and neurotoxicity.

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    Macrolides

    A class of antibiotics with a 14 to 16-membered ring structure used in various infections.

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    Erythromycin

    A 14-membered ring macrolide antibiotic used for treating infections.

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    Clarithromycin

    A derivative of erythromycin, effective against a range of bacteria.

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    Azithromycin

    A 15-membered ring macrolide antibiotic effective for both oral and parenteral use.

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    MDR-GNB

    Multi-drug resistant Gram-negative bacteria requiring combination or monotherapy.

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    Atypical Bacteria

    Bacteria not typically covered by standard tests, such as Mycoplasma pneumoniae.

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    NTM

    Non-tuberculous mycobacteria, often associated with lung diseases but less virulent than TB.

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    H. pylori Treatment

    Involves triple therapy using antibiotics, usually including a macrolide.

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    ADR of Macrolides

    Adverse drug reactions include GI upset, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

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    CYP 3A4

    An enzyme that metabolizes many drugs, affected by various antibiotics, leading to drug interactions.

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    Lincosamides

    Antibiotics like clindamycin effective against Gram-positive bacteria and anaerobes.

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    Mechanism of Lincosamides

    Inhibit protein synthesis by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit.

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    Aminoglycosides

    A class of antibiotics effective against gram-negative bacteria and used cautiously due to side effects.

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    Adverse effects of Aminoglycosides

    Includes nephrotoxicity and ototoxicity, often irreversible; monitor kidney function.

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    Nephrotoxicity

    Kidney damage caused by certain medications, including aminoglycosides.

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    Ototoxicity

    Hearing and balance issues caused by certain medications, commonly aminoglycosides.

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    Mechanism of action of Tetracyclines

    Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to 30S ribosomal subunit.

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    Spectrum of Tetracyclines

    Effective against a variety of bacteria including gram-positive and atypical pathogens.

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    Doxycycline

    A type of tetracycline antibiotic used for a wide range of infections, given orally or parenterally.

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    Major spectrum of Tetracyclines

    Includes Bacillus anthracis, Mycoplasma spp., and Chlamydia spp.

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    Mechanism of Action

    Macrolides inhibit protein synthesis by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit.

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    Bacteriostatic Effect

    Macrolides are primarily bacteriostatic, halting bacterial growth.

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    Time-dependant Killing

    The effectiveness of killing bacteria increases with duration of exposure.

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    Gram-positive Spectrum

    Macrolides effectively treat infections caused by Gram-positive bacteria like Streptococci and MSSA.

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    Gram-negative Spectrum

    Macrolides also target certain Gram-negative bacteria like H. influenzae and M. catarrhalis.

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    Atypical Pathogens

    Macrolides are effective against atypical pathogens including Mycoplasma and Chlamydia species.

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    SJS/TEN

    Severe skin reactions including Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis.

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    Kernicterus

    Brain damage resulting from high bilirubin levels in neonates.

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    Metronidazole Mechanism

    Works by producing nitro radicals that damage DNA in parasites or anaerobes.

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    Co-trimoxazole ADR

    Adverse drug reactions including severe skin reactions and hematologic disorders.

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    Pneumocystis jiroveci

    Fungal organism causing pneumonia, especially in immunocompromised patients.

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    Burkholderia pseudomallei

    Bacteria responsible for melioidosis, a serious infection in humans.

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    Hepatic necrosis

    Severe liver damage, which can be a consequence of certain medications.

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    Anaerobes

    Bacteria that thrive in environments without oxygen, often involved in infections.

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    Study Notes

    Antimicrobial Agents

    • Antimicrobial agents destroy or inhibit the growth of microorganisms, particularly pathogenic ones.
    • Antibiotics are a type of antimicrobial substance isolated from microorganisms, or semi-synthetic/synthetic.
    • Antibacterial agents are specifically effective against bacteria.
    • Alexander Fleming's discovery of penicillin marked the beginning of antibiotic use.
    • He noticed inhibition of bacterial growth in a petri dish due to a mold's secretion.

    Outline of the Presentation

    • The presentation covers antibiotic resistance mechanisms, drug classifications, treatment strategies, and bacterial targets.
    • The content encompasses various antibiotic classes including aminoglycosides, tetracyclines, macrolides, fluoroquinolones, beta-lactams and glycopeptides.
    • The study of antibiotic resistance mechanisms is a critical part of the presentation.
    • Different resistance mechanisms are discussed, such as efflux pumps, modifying targets, and creating altered cell walls.
    • Strategies to combat multi-drug resistant (MDR) bacteria are also presented.

    Time-dependent vs Concentration-dependent Antibiotics

    • Time-dependent antibiotics require the drug concentration to be above the minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC) for a certain period for effective killing. Beta-lactams are examples.
    • Concentration-dependent antibiotics require a peak drug concentration that substantially exceeds the MIC for effective bactericidal activity. Aminoglycosides are examples as the concentration needs to be sufficient to kill bacteria.
    • Total drug exposure (AUC/MIC) is the principle for AUC-dependent killing. Vancomycin and fluoroquinolones are in this category.

    Combination Therapy

    • Combining antimicrobial drugs can be beneficial in treating infections where multiple pathogens are involved or drug resistance is present.
    • Synergistic effects amplify the combined benefit. Example: penicillins with aminoglycosides for infective endocarditis.
    • Additive effects augment the individual benefits. Example: meropenem and colistin used together against Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

    Parenteral-to-Oral Switch Therapy

    • Switching from intravenous (IV) to oral (PO) antibiotic administration is a common practice.
    • This allows for reduced hospitalisation as patients become stable.
    • The switch happens when side effects are diminishing, bacterial load reduced and clinical improvements are ongoing.

    Bacterial Target Sites

    • Antibiotics target processes critical for bacterial survival.
    • These include bacterial cell wall synthesis and protein synthesis.

    Mechanisms of Antimicrobial Resistance

    • Intrinsic resistance: Naturally present in some bacteria.
    • Acquired resistance: Develops through external factors like a gene transfer. Example: efflux pumps, modified cell walls, or drug-inactivating enzymes.

    Bacterial Classification

    • Gram-positive bacteria are stained purple, with thick cell walls.

    • Gram-negative bacteria are stained pink, with thin cell walls and a greater resistance to common antibiotics.

    • Gram-positive examples: Streptococcus spp, Staphylococcus spp and Enterococcus.

    • Gram-negative examples: Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

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