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Which antibiotic is NOT cross-allergenic to beta-lactams?
Which antibiotic is NOT cross-allergenic to beta-lactams?
- Aztreonam (correct)
- Meropenem
- Vancomycin
- Imipenem
Which antibiotic is MOST IMPORTANT for the treatment of MRSA?
Which antibiotic is MOST IMPORTANT for the treatment of MRSA?
- Ceftriaxone
- Vancomycin (correct)
- Aztreonam
- Imipenem
Which antibiotic is synergistic with aminoglycosides and inhibits cell wall synthesis?
Which antibiotic is synergistic with aminoglycosides and inhibits cell wall synthesis?
- Vancomycin (correct)
- Meropenem
- Imipenem
- Ceftriaxone
Which antibiotic has a broad spectrum and is commonly used for empiric therapy?
Which antibiotic has a broad spectrum and is commonly used for empiric therapy?
Which antibiotic has reduced renal function as a contraindication?
Which antibiotic has reduced renal function as a contraindication?
Which antibiotic is only effective against aerobic Gram-negative rods?
Which antibiotic is only effective against aerobic Gram-negative rods?
Which antibiotic is IV administration specific?
Which antibiotic is IV administration specific?
Which antibiotic inhibits the synthesis of cell membrane phospholipids?
Which antibiotic inhibits the synthesis of cell membrane phospholipids?
Which one of the following is the drug of choice for all stages of syphilis caused by Treponema Pallidum?
Which one of the following is the drug of choice for all stages of syphilis caused by Treponema Pallidum?
Which penicillin is resistant to staphylococcal penicillinase (beta-lactamase)?
Which penicillin is resistant to staphylococcal penicillinase (beta-lactamase)?
Which extended-spectrum penicillin has the highest oral bioavailability?
Which extended-spectrum penicillin has the highest oral bioavailability?
Which cephalosporin is the first-line treatment for Neisseria gonorrhoeae infections?
Which cephalosporin is the first-line treatment for Neisseria gonorrhoeae infections?
Which cephalosporin generation has the broadest spectrum of activity, including coverage of Pseudomonas aeruginosa?
Which cephalosporin generation has the broadest spectrum of activity, including coverage of Pseudomonas aeruginosa?
Which cephalosporin is the only beta-lactam antibiotic that can treat methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)?
Which cephalosporin is the only beta-lactam antibiotic that can treat methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)?
Which mechanism of resistance to beta-lactam antibiotics is the most common?
Which mechanism of resistance to beta-lactam antibiotics is the most common?
Which of the following is NOT a true statement about the interactions of beta-lactam antibiotics?
Which of the following is NOT a true statement about the interactions of beta-lactam antibiotics?
Which of the following bacteria is NOT susceptible to penicillin G?
Which of the following bacteria is NOT susceptible to penicillin G?
Which of the following is the primary mechanism of action of beta-lactam antibiotics?
Which of the following is the primary mechanism of action of beta-lactam antibiotics?
Which of the following antibiotics is considered an antipseudomonal penicillin?
Which of the following antibiotics is considered an antipseudomonal penicillin?
Which of the following infections is NOT typically treated with penicillin G?
Which of the following infections is NOT typically treated with penicillin G?
Which of the following statements about the side effects of penicillins is TRUE?
Which of the following statements about the side effects of penicillins is TRUE?
Which of the following statements about the pharmacokinetics of beta-lactam antibiotics is correct?
Which of the following statements about the pharmacokinetics of beta-lactam antibiotics is correct?
Which of the following statements about the use of benzathine penicillin G is TRUE?
Which of the following statements about the use of benzathine penicillin G is TRUE?
Which of the following statements about the spectrum of activity of penicillin V is correct?
Which of the following statements about the spectrum of activity of penicillin V is correct?
Which mechanism of resistance to vancomycin renders the bacteria completely resistant to any amount of vancomycin?
Which mechanism of resistance to vancomycin renders the bacteria completely resistant to any amount of vancomycin?
Which of the following is NOT a common unintended effect of daptomycin?
Which of the following is NOT a common unintended effect of daptomycin?
Which of the following is the primary reason why tetracyclines are contraindicated in pregnant women and children under 8 years old?
Which of the following is the primary reason why tetracyclines are contraindicated in pregnant women and children under 8 years old?
Which macrolide antibiotic has the longest half-life, allowing for a shorter course of treatment?
Which macrolide antibiotic has the longest half-life, allowing for a shorter course of treatment?
Which aminoglycoside antibiotic has the broadest spectrum of activity and is resistant to the main mechanism of resistance, enzymatic inactivation?
Which aminoglycoside antibiotic has the broadest spectrum of activity and is resistant to the main mechanism of resistance, enzymatic inactivation?
Why are aminoglycosides bactericidal and can be used synergistically with cell wall inhibitors, while other antibiotics like tetracyclines and macrolides are bacteriostatic and cannot be used with cell wall inhibitors?
Why are aminoglycosides bactericidal and can be used synergistically with cell wall inhibitors, while other antibiotics like tetracyclines and macrolides are bacteriostatic and cannot be used with cell wall inhibitors?
Which macrolide antibiotic is commonly used to treat Helicobacter pylori infections?
Which macrolide antibiotic is commonly used to treat Helicobacter pylori infections?
Which tetracycline antibiotic is considered to have the most favorable pharmacokinetic properties and is safe to use in patients with reduced renal function?
Which tetracycline antibiotic is considered to have the most favorable pharmacokinetic properties and is safe to use in patients with reduced renal function?
Which of the following statements about penicillin G is correct?
Which of the following statements about penicillin G is correct?
Which of the following infections can be treated with antistaphylococcal penicillins like nafcillin or oxacillin?
Which of the following infections can be treated with antistaphylococcal penicillins like nafcillin or oxacillin?
Which of the following statements about extended-spectrum penicillins (aminopenicillins) is correct?
Which of the following statements about extended-spectrum penicillins (aminopenicillins) is correct?
Which of the following statements about the use of ampicillin is correct?
Which of the following statements about the use of ampicillin is correct?
Which of the following statements about penicillin G and its derivatives is correct?
Which of the following statements about penicillin G and its derivatives is correct?
Which of the following statements about the spectrum of activity of penicillins is correct?
Which of the following statements about the spectrum of activity of penicillins is correct?
Which of the following statements about the use of amoxicillin is correct?
Which of the following statements about the use of amoxicillin is correct?
Which of the following statements about the use of penicillins in meningitis treatment is correct?
Which of the following statements about the use of penicillins in meningitis treatment is correct?
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