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What is the term for the highest concentration of medication in a patient's bloodstream?
Peak
What is the term for the process of re-seeding normal bacteria in the gut after antibiotic treatment?
Normal Flora
What is the term for the reaction to a medication that affects the production of blood cells, including anemia?
Hematological Reaction
What is the term for the genetic disorder that leads to hemolysis?
G6PD
What is the term for the reaction to a medication that affects the liver, characterized by clay-colored stools?
Hepatotoxicity
What is the term for the type of medication that targets only a few organisms?
Narrow Spectrum
What is the term for the type of adverse reaction caused by the breakdown of anti-infective drugs by enzymes produced by the body?
Cross Sensitivity
What does the abbreviation 'b.i.d.' stand for in a medical prescription?
Bis in die, meaning twice a day
What is the meaning of the term 'SubQ' in a medical context?
Subcutaneous, referring to a method of injection under the skin
What is the measurement unit represented by the abbreviation 'gtt'?
Drop, typically used in prescribing liquids
What is the meaning of the abbreviation 'S.R.' in a medical context?
Sustained release, indicating a medication formulation designed for gradual release over time
What does the abbreviation 'O.D.' stand for in a medical context?
Oculus dexter, meaning right eye
What is the meaning of the term 'Tincture' in a medical context?
A solution containing alcohol and medicinal substances
What does the abbreviation 'p.r.n.' stand for in a medical context?
Pro re nata, meaning as needed
What is the primary effect of Epinephrine on the body?
To counteract shock
Which type of bacteria is an example of Normal Flora?
Lactobacillus
What is the primary concern when experiencing a Hematological reaction?
Risk of Anemia
What is the term for the lowest concentration of medication in a patient's bloodstream?
Trough
What is the primary effect of Vancomycin?
To combat many types of organisms
What is the term for the reaction caused by the breakdown of anti-infective drugs by enzymes produced by the body?
Cross sensitivity
What is the primary characteristic of a Broad Spectrum medication?
Targets many types of organisms
What does the abbreviation 'hs' stand for in a medical context?
At bedtime
What does the abbreviation 'PC' stand for in a medical context?
After meals
What is the term for a method of administering medication through an IV line?
Intravenous piggyback
What does the abbreviation 'q4h' stand for in a medical context?
Every 4 hours
What is the term for a solution containing alcohol and medicinal substances?
Tincture
What does the abbreviation 'ST' stand for in a medical context?
Sustained treatment
What is the term for a type of adverse reaction to a medication?
Super Infection
What is the term for a method of administering medication under the skin?
Subcutaneous
What is the term for a medication formulation designed for gradual release over time?
Sustained Release
What is the term for a type of adverse reaction to a medication that affects the kidneys?
Nephrotoxicity
What is the abbreviation for 'both eyes' in a medical context?
O.U.
What is the term for a type of medication that slows the multiplication of microorganisms?
Bacteriostatic
What is the abbreviation for 'after meals' in a medical context?
pc
What is the term for a solution containing alcohol and medicinal substances?
Tincture
What is the term for the adverse reaction caused by the breakdown of anti-infective drugs by enzymes produced by the body?
Cross sensitivity
What is the term for the type of bacteria that is an example of Normal Flora?
Lactobacillus
What is the term for the highest concentration of medication in a patient's bloodstream?
Peak
What is the term for the type of medication that targets many organisms?
Broad Spectrum
What is the term for the adverse reaction caused by a medication that affects the production of blood cells, including anemia?
Hematological reaction
What is the term for the adverse reaction caused by a medication that affects the liver, characterized by clay-colored stools?
Hepatotoxicity
What is the genetic disorder that leads to hemolysis?
G6PD
Which abbreviation represents 'before meals' in a medical context?
ac
What does the abbreviation 'SubQ' stand for in a medical context?
Subcutaneous
What is the term for a medication formulation designed for gradual release over time?
Sustained Release
What does the abbreviation 'IVPB' stand for in a medical context?
Intravenous Piggyback
What is the term for a type of adverse reaction that affects the kidneys?
Nephrotoxicity
What does the abbreviation 'O.U.' stand for in a medical context?
Oculus Uterque
What is the term for a type of bacteria that is an example of Normal Flora?
Specific Bacteria
What is the term for the type of bacteria that is an example of Normal Flora, which can be re-seeded in the gut after antibiotic treatment?
Lactobacillus
What is the term for the adverse reaction caused by a medication that affects the liver, characterized by clay-colored stools?
Hepatotoxicity
What is the term for the highest concentration of medication in a patient's bloodstream?
Peak
What is the term for the type of medication that targets many organisms?
Broad Spectrum
What is the term for the genetic disorder that leads to hemolysis?
G6PD
What is the term for the adverse reaction caused by the breakdown of anti-infective drugs by enzymes produced by the body?
Cross sensitivity
What is the term for the type of medication that targets only a few organisms?
Narrow Spectrum
Which of the following is a common adverse effect of a medication that affects the production of blood cells?
Anemia
What is the primary mechanism of Cross sensitivity?
Enzymes produced to breakdown anti-infective drugs
What is the term for the lowest concentration of medication in a patient's bloodstream?
Trough
What is the term for the type of bacteria that is an example of Normal Flora?
Lactobacillus
What is the term for the process of re-seeding normal bacteria in the gut after antibiotic treatment?
Re-seeding
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