30 Questions
Which type of antibiotics are substantially impaired by simultaneous use of drugs that impair microbial growth of most ribosomal inhibitors?
Bacteriostatic antibiotics
In a life-threatening situation, combination therapy is most appropriate for which of the following scenarios?
A horse with pleural pneumonia
What is a typical choice for treating a cat with a bite abscess?
Amoxycillin clavulanic acid
Which of the following is NOT a reason for choosing combinations of antimicrobials?
To increase the effectiveness of a single antimicrobial
In the context of antimicrobial combinations, what does clavulanic acid do?
Prevents beta-lactamase from inactivating amoxicillin
Which of the following statements is true about the combination of trimethoprim and sulfonamide?
Sulfonamide potentiates the synergistic effect of trimethoprim
Which class of antibiotics inhibits protein synthesis?
Aminoglycosides and tetracyclines
What is a common cause of mild mastitis in horses?
Both contagious and environmental pathogens
What is the recommended treatment for infectious stomatitis in bearded dragons?
Oral trimethoprim sulfonamide
Which mechanism of action is associated with beta-lactam antibiotics?
Punching holes in the cell-wall
Which of the following is a common reason for choosing combinations of antimicrobials?
To reduce the risk of or overcome bacterial resistance
Which of the following is an example of additive or synergistic action?
Clavulanic acid with amoxicillin
When would combination therapy be most appropriate?
Treatment of a life-threatening situation
Which of the following is NOT a bacteriocidal antibiotic?
Macrolides
In a life-threatening situation, combination therapy is most appropriate for which of the following scenarios?
A horse with pleural pneumonia
What is the appropriate treatment for a cat with a bite abscess?
Amoxycillin clavulanic acid
Which class of antibiotics inhibits folate synthesis?
Trimethoprim and sulphonamides
What is the most likely cause of mild mastitis in horses?
Both Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus uberis
Which antibiotic is recommended for treating mild mastitis caused by environmental pathogens?
Penicillin
What is the recommended treatment for infectious stomatitis in bearded dragons?
Oral trimethoprim sulfonamide
Which of the following is a common reason for choosing combinations of antimicrobials?
To treat mixed bacterial infections
What is a sensible choice for treating a tortoise or rat with respiratory signs?
Doxycycline
Which of the following is an example of additive or synergistic action?
Clavulanic acid with amoxicillin
Which of the following antibiotics is classified as bacteriostatic?
Penicillins
In a life-threatening situation, when is combination therapy most appropriate?
When treating a horse with pleural pneumonia
Which antibiotic would be added to the treatment of a horse with pleural pneumonia if Bacteroides fragilis is cultured on anaerobic culture?
Metronidazole
Which class of antibiotics inhibits protein synthesis?
Aminoglycosides and tetracyclines
What is a common cause of mild mastitis in horses?
Environmental pathogens
What is the appropriate treatment for a cat with a bite abscess?
A combination of antibiotics
What is the recommended treatment for infectious stomatitis in bearded dragons?
Oral trimethoprim sulfonamide
Test your knowledge on common antimicrobial combinations and their appropriate use in treating various infections. Learn how to select the right antibiotics based on culture and sensitivity results or likely pathogens. Explore examples of specific infections and discover which antimicrobials are recommended for each case.
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