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What are the signs and symptoms of Clostridium difficile infection due to antibiotics?
What are the signs and symptoms of Clostridium difficile infection due to antibiotics?
- Rash, joint pain, headache, nausea
- Hypertension, tachycardia, anemia, hypoxia
- Cough, chest pain, dyspnea, wheezing
- Diarrhea, abdominal cramping, fever, leukocytosis (correct)
How does tetracycline affect the effectiveness of oral contraceptives?
How does tetracycline affect the effectiveness of oral contraceptives?
- Causes side effects
- Increases effectiveness
- Decreases effectiveness (correct)
- No effect on effectiveness
When should trough levels be drawn for aminoglycosides with once-daily dosing?
When should trough levels be drawn for aminoglycosides with once-daily dosing?
- 4-6 hours after the completion of dose administration (correct)
- Immediately after dose administration
- At any time during the day
- At least 8 to 12 hours after completion of dose administration
What are common expected side effects of Amphotericin B?
What are common expected side effects of Amphotericin B?
What are the adverse effects of Amphotericin B?
What are the adverse effects of Amphotericin B?
What is the first-line drug for MRSA infections?
What is the first-line drug for MRSA infections?
What is the first line of treatment for hypoglycemia?
What is the first line of treatment for hypoglycemia?
How do warfarin and penicillin interact with each other?
How do warfarin and penicillin interact with each other?
What adverse effect does trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole have on urine and bladder?
What adverse effect does trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole have on urine and bladder?
What class of antibiotic is gentamicin?
What class of antibiotic is gentamicin?