Microbiology: Protein Synthesis Inhibitors and Antibiotic Contraindications
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Which mechanism do Aminoglycosides work by inhibiting?

  • They inhibit gyrase enzymes
  • They alter the levels of specific tRNAs in the bacteria (correct)
  • They inhibit cholesterol synthesis
  • They inhibit actin polymerization
  • They disrupt the permeability of the cell wall

Which group of patients should not be given tetracyclines?

  • Patients over 55 years of age
  • Children
  • Individuals with hearing problems
  • Patients experiencing kidney failure (correct)
  • Patients experiencing liver failure

Which agent is associated with aplastic anemia (bone marrow death)?

  • Clindamycin
  • Vancomycin
  • Ciprofloxacin
  • Doxycycline
  • Chloramphenicol (correct)

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<p>Bacteria produce acetylases, adenylases or phosphorylases that modify the drug (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which adverse effect is most commonly seen with Macrolides?

<p>They frequently produce abdominal pain and nausea (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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