Antibiotics and Heart Medications

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Which of the following beta-blockers is classified as an anti-arrhythmic drug?

  • Verapamil
  • Propranolol (correct)
  • Amlodipine
  • Diazepam

What is the primary mechanism of action of penicillin?

  • Inhibition of cell wall formation (correct)
  • Inhibition of DNA replication
  • Inhibition of protein synthesis
  • Inhibition of folic acid synthesis

Which of the following drugs is an anxiolytic and can cause drowsiness and dry mouth as side effects?

  • Propranolol
  • Quinidine
  • Chlorpromazine
  • Diazepam (correct)

Which of the following anti-arrhythmic drugs is a potassium-channel blocker?

<p>Class III drug (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of peptidoglycan in bacterial cells?

<p>Providing structural support (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following cephalosporins is effective against gram-positive cocci?

<p>1st Generation Cephalosporin (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of administering diuretics to a patient with edema?

<p>To decrease pressure on the veins and reduce fluid buildup (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following medications can increase the formation of blood clots?

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

What is the primary action of beta-blockers on the heart?

<p>Decrease heart rate and blood pressure (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for an irregular heartbeat?

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

What is the purpose of using pacemakers in patients with heart block?

<p>To restore normal conduction between the atrium and ventricle (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the anxiety reduction protocol?

<p>To reduce anxiety and promote relaxation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of Quinidine and Procainamide?

<p>Treat atrial fibrillation and control tachycardia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which generation of antibiotics has increased activity against Haemophilus influenzae?

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

What is the mode of action of Penicillin?

<p>Inhibits cell wall synthesis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which class of anti-arrhythmic drugs includes Quinidine and Procainamide?

<p>Class I- Sodium-channel blockers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common adverse effect of Penicillin?

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

Which generation of antibiotics is used to treat gram-negative infections resistant to the first and second generation?

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

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