Antimicrobial Agents Pharmacology Quiz
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What can happen as a result of overusing or unnecessarily using antibiotics?

  • Patients developing a stronger immune system
  • Only weaker organisms surviving and thriving
  • Antibiotics becoming more effective against viral infections
  • The emergence of stronger and more resistant organisms (correct)

    • What impact can not finishing a course of antibiotics have?

  • Decreased resistance in bacteria
  • Development of resistance to antibiotics (correct)
  • Improved bacterial susceptibility to antibiotics
  • Increased effectiveness of antibiotics

    • Which of the following is NOT a common category of antibiotics based on their chemical structures?

  • Cephalosporins
  • Aminoglycosides
  • Steroids (correct)
  • Tetracyclines

    • Why is it important to properly classify antibiotics by their antibacterial spectrum?

    <p>To understand their effectiveness against different types of bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to the resistance in organisms like MRSA according to the text?

    <p>Overuse or unnecessary use of antibiotics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of action (MOA) of cephalosporins?

    <p>Inhibit bacterial cell wall synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which generation of cephalosporins has the broadest spectrum of activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria?

    <p>Fourth generation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which generation of cephalosporins is the only one to have activity against anaerobic bacteria?

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

    Which of the following is a key characteristic of third generation cephalosporins?

    <p>More effective at inactivating beta-lactamase enzymes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of fourth generation cephalosporins?

    <p>Treatment of infections caused by multidrug-resistant bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which generation of cephalosporins is considered to have the narrowest spectrum of activity?

    <p>First generation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of antimicrobial agents?

    <p>To eliminate pathogenic microorganisms from the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a major class of microorganisms that can cause infections in humans?

    <p>Algae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a physiological barrier that helps protect the body against microbial infections?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason why antimicrobial agents require a prescription?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common therapeutic effect of antimicrobial agents?

    <p>Boosting the immune system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of monitoring therapeutic levels of antimicrobial agents?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main mode of action of macrolides?

    <p>Preventing protein synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which bacteria are macrolides commonly used to treat?

    <p>Streptococcus infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common side effect associated with macrolides?

    <p>Mild gastrointestinal upset</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a contraindication for using macrolides?

    <p>Known allergy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main mechanism of action of tetracyclines?

    <p>Interfering with protein synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When are tetracyclines mainly used in clinical practice?

    <p>For urinary tract infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the broadest antibacterial action of any antibiotics to date?

    <p>Carbapenems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action for carbapenems?

    <p>Inhibit cell wall synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended infusion time for carbapenems?

    <p>60 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of cephalosporins?

    <p>Nephrotoxicity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of cilastatin when used with imipenem?

    <p>To inhibit an enzyme that breaks down imipenem</p> Signup and view all the answers

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