Macrolides Antibiotics Nursing Process Notes

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Which factor affects antibiotic treatment by requiring stronger drugs for patients with compromised immune systems?

Local tissue conditions

Host defenses (correct)

Allergy history

Other patient variables

What condition requires stronger drugs to cross the blood-brain barrier?

Host defenses

Local tissue conditions (correct)

Allergy history

Other patient variables

Which mechanism of action involves interfering with peptidoglycan synthesis?

Protein synthesis inhibitors

Cell wall synthesis inhibitors (correct)

RNA synthesis inhibitors

Use of biochemical pathways of bacteria to form metabolites

What patient variable may prevent individuals from receiving certain antibiotics due to the risk of red blood cell rupture?

Other patient variables Signup and view all the answers

What is advised to prevent the transmission of pathogens during infection?

Apply standard infection control procedures Signup and view all the answers

Which patient group may require lower doses of antibiotics due to difficulties in metabolizing or excreting the drugs?

Other patient variables Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of assessing for allergy to cephalosporins or penicillins in the in-patient management process?

To prevent potential adverse reactions to the medication Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential action in out-patient management when a patient shows signs of an allergic reaction to cephalosporins?

Report the reaction to healthcare staff and consult a doctor immediately Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommendation regarding antibiotic use for out-patients according to the text?

Stop taking antibiotics if feeling better before completing the prescription Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of action of tetracyclines as described in the text?

Bind to bacterial ribosomes and inhibit protein synthesis Signup and view all the answers

In in-patient management, what is the significance of performing culture and sensitivity tests as mentioned in the nursing process notes?

To assess the effectiveness of antibiotic therapy Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended preventive measure for superinfection of intestinal flora as per the text?

Consume probiotics like buttermilk, yogurt, or acidophilus supplements Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary MOA of sulfonamides?

Inhibit the synthesis of folic acid or folate Signup and view all the answers

Which antibiotic is a prototype drug for antiprotozoal medications?

Metronidazole Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary contraindication for sulfonamides?

Hypersensitivity Signup and view all the answers

Which antibiotic is used for peritonitis and bacterial meningitis?

Meropenem Signup and view all the answers

What should out-patient healthcare providers encourage patients taking sulfonamides to do?

Avoid direct sunlight Signup and view all the answers

Which antibiotic is NOT approved for children under 18 years old due to cartilage development concerns?

Ciprofloxacin Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of azithromycin over other macrolides mentioned?

Longer half-life and less gastric irritation Signup and view all the answers

What symptom should out-patients report while taking aminoglycosides?

Decreased urination Signup and view all the answers

Why are fluoroquinolones not approved for individuals above the age of 60 and those using corticosteroids?

Risk of cartilage toxicity Signup and view all the answers