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Which of the following classes of antibiotics contain a thiazolidine ring?
Which of the following classes of antibiotics contain a thiazolidine ring?
- Penicillins (correct)
- Carbapenems
- Monobactams
- Cephalosporins
Which antibiotic is a part of the extended-spectrum Penicillins?
Which antibiotic is a part of the extended-spectrum Penicillins?
- Ampicillin (correct)
- Oxacillin
- Methicillin
- Naficillin
What is the mode of action of β-lactam antibiotics?
What is the mode of action of β-lactam antibiotics?
- Inhibit protein synthesis
- Inhibit cell membrane synthesis
- Inhibit nucleic acid synthesis
- Inhibit cell wall synthesis (correct)
Which antibiotic is commonly used in combination with sulbactam?
Which antibiotic is commonly used in combination with sulbactam?
Among the listed antibiotics, which one is NOT a β-lactam antibiotic?
Among the listed antibiotics, which one is NOT a β-lactam antibiotic?
Which component in peptidoglycan do β-lactam antibiotics target?
Which component in peptidoglycan do β-lactam antibiotics target?
What is the main function of PBP1 in bacterial cells?
What is the main function of PBP1 in bacterial cells?
Which type of penicillin is known for its activity against methicillin-sensitive Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA)?
Which type of penicillin is known for its activity against methicillin-sensitive Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA)?
Which generation of penicillins has basic gram-negative coverage?
Which generation of penicillins has basic gram-negative coverage?
What is the main characteristic of extended-spectrum penicillins like Ampicillin and Amoxicillin?
What is the main characteristic of extended-spectrum penicillins like Ampicillin and Amoxicillin?
Which type of bacteria are anti-staphylococcal penicillins NOT active against?
Which type of bacteria are anti-staphylococcal penicillins NOT active against?
What is the common mechanism of resistance observed in N.gonorrhoeae against Penicillins?
What is the common mechanism of resistance observed in N.gonorrhoeae against Penicillins?
Which penicillin has an improved activity against Gram-negative organisms, including Pseudomonas?
Which penicillin has an improved activity against Gram-negative organisms, including Pseudomonas?
What is the main mechanism by which extended-spectrum penicillins like ticarcillin and piperacillin are inactivated?
What is the main mechanism by which extended-spectrum penicillins like ticarcillin and piperacillin are inactivated?
Which drug competes for tubular secretion with penicillins, leading to decreased renal excretion?
Which drug competes for tubular secretion with penicillins, leading to decreased renal excretion?
What is the approximate percentage of the population that reports an allergy to penicillins?
What is the approximate percentage of the population that reports an allergy to penicillins?
Which type of antibiotics are cephalosporins and cephamycins in relation to penicillins?
Which type of antibiotics are cephalosporins and cephamycins in relation to penicillins?
In terms of pharmacodynamics, which parameter refers to the time the drug concentration remains above the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC)?
In terms of pharmacodynamics, which parameter refers to the time the drug concentration remains above the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC)?
Which drug uses a siderophore mechanism for unique entry compared to other β-lactams?
Which drug uses a siderophore mechanism for unique entry compared to other β-lactams?
What is the primary advantage of Cefiderocol's entry mechanism compared to other β-lactams?
What is the primary advantage of Cefiderocol's entry mechanism compared to other β-lactams?
Which bacteria show the highest MIC range for Cefiderocol among the listed pathogens?
Which bacteria show the highest MIC range for Cefiderocol among the listed pathogens?
Which pharmacodynamic parameter indicates the rate at which a drug kills bacteria and varies between different antibiotic classes?
Which pharmacodynamic parameter indicates the rate at which a drug kills bacteria and varies between different antibiotic classes?
What is the primary function of penicillin binding proteins (PBPs) in bacterial cells?
What is the primary function of penicillin binding proteins (PBPs) in bacterial cells?
Which generation of cephalosporins includes Cefepime among its members?
Which generation of cephalosporins includes Cefepime among its members?
What is the primary differentiating factor between Monobactams and other -lactam antibiotics?
What is the primary differentiating factor between Monobactams and other -lactam antibiotics?
Which antibiotic is known for its pronounced activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa?
Which antibiotic is known for its pronounced activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa?
What is the primary characteristic of carbapenems compared to other -lactam antibiotics?
What is the primary characteristic of carbapenems compared to other -lactam antibiotics?
Which structure plays a crucial role in the mode of action of -lactam antibiotics?
Which structure plays a crucial role in the mode of action of -lactam antibiotics?
Among the listed combinations, which one pairs a cephalosporin with avibactam?
Among the listed combinations, which one pairs a cephalosporin with avibactam?
Which fundamental component of peptidoglycan is targeted by -lactam antibiotics?
Which fundamental component of peptidoglycan is targeted by -lactam antibiotics?
What is the primary mechanism by which extended-spectrum penicillins are enhanced to penetrate the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria?
What is the primary mechanism by which extended-spectrum penicillins are enhanced to penetrate the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria?
What is the primary reason for using cephalosporins and cephamycins as alternatives to penicillins?
What is the primary reason for using cephalosporins and cephamycins as alternatives to penicillins?
Which antibiotic class shows some cross-allergy ranging from 5-15% with penicillins?
Which antibiotic class shows some cross-allergy ranging from 5-15% with penicillins?
What is a characteristic feature of carbapenems in terms of pharmacodynamics?
What is a characteristic feature of carbapenems in terms of pharmacodynamics?
Which aspect makes Cefiderocol unique compared to other beta-lactams regarding its entry mechanism?
Which aspect makes Cefiderocol unique compared to other beta-lactams regarding its entry mechanism?
Which pharmacodynamic parameter indicates the rate at which a drug kills bacteria and varies significantly between different antibiotic classes?
Which pharmacodynamic parameter indicates the rate at which a drug kills bacteria and varies significantly between different antibiotic classes?
What is the primary function of siderophores in bacterial cells when targeted by drugs like Cefiderocol?
What is the primary function of siderophores in bacterial cells when targeted by drugs like Cefiderocol?
Which penicillin is known for its specific activity against Streptococci and oral anaerobes?
Which penicillin is known for its specific activity against Streptococci and oral anaerobes?
Which generation of penicillins has the highest activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa?
Which generation of penicillins has the highest activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa?
Which antibiotic is NOT classified as a -lactam antibiotic?
Which antibiotic is NOT classified as a -lactam antibiotic?
What is the main feature of Anti-staphylococcal penicillins like Methicillin and Nafcillin?
What is the main feature of Anti-staphylococcal penicillins like Methicillin and Nafcillin?
Which type of penicillins are subject to hydrolysis by -lactamases in Staphylococcus aureus and Bacteroides fragilis?
Which type of penicillins are subject to hydrolysis by -lactamases in Staphylococcus aureus and Bacteroides fragilis?
What is the unique feature of Aminopenicillins like Amoxicillin and Ampicillin?
What is the unique feature of Aminopenicillins like Amoxicillin and Ampicillin?
Which antibiotic is considered an Ureidopenicillin and is particularly effective against Pseudomonas?
Which antibiotic is considered an Ureidopenicillin and is particularly effective against Pseudomonas?
In terms of anti-bacterial coverage, which type of bacteria show little sensitivity to extended-spectrum penicillins like Piperacillin?
In terms of anti-bacterial coverage, which type of bacteria show little sensitivity to extended-spectrum penicillins like Piperacillin?
Which antibiotic is known for its resistance to -lactamases, rendering it effective against Staphylococcus aureus and streptococci?
Which antibiotic is known for its resistance to -lactamases, rendering it effective against Staphylococcus aureus and streptococci?
Which generation of penicillins has expanded gram-negative coverage but is inactivated by common -lactamases?
Which generation of penicillins has expanded gram-negative coverage but is inactivated by common -lactamases?
