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Which organisms are most susceptible to fluoroquinolones?
Which organisms are most susceptible to fluoroquinolones?
What is the recommended spacing for administering ciprofloxacin with antacids, multivitamins, sucralfate, or other products containing calcium, iron, or zinc?
What is the recommended spacing for administering ciprofloxacin with antacids, multivitamins, sucralfate, or other products containing calcium, iron, or zinc?
What are the interactions of trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole?
What are the interactions of trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole?
How does TMP-SMZ interact with warfarin?
How does TMP-SMZ interact with warfarin?
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What interactions can occur between TMP-SMZ and anticonvulsants?
What interactions can occur between TMP-SMZ and anticonvulsants?
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In what case is TMP-SMZ administered parenterally?
In what case is TMP-SMZ administered parenterally?
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What should the nurse assess for when a patient is taking TMP-SMZ for a UTI?
What should the nurse assess for when a patient is taking TMP-SMZ for a UTI?
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Which of the following is the CDC's recommended regimen for the treatment of gonorrhea?
Which of the following is the CDC's recommended regimen for the treatment of gonorrhea?
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Why does the CDC no longer recommend the use of fluoroquinolones for gonococcal disease?
Why does the CDC no longer recommend the use of fluoroquinolones for gonococcal disease?
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Which of the following is NOT a multiple indication for ciprofloxacin?
Which of the following is NOT a multiple indication for ciprofloxacin?
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What is the current recommendation for first-line treatment of suspected Bacillus anthracis infections?
What is the current recommendation for first-line treatment of suspected Bacillus anthracis infections?
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What precautions should be taken when using fluoroquinolones in older adults with normal renal function?
What precautions should be taken when using fluoroquinolones in older adults with normal renal function?
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What are some reported renal effects of ciprofloxacin?
What are some reported renal effects of ciprofloxacin?
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How can nephrotoxicity be reduced when using ciprofloxacin?
How can nephrotoxicity be reduced when using ciprofloxacin?
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Which adverse effect is NOT associated with the use of ciprofloxacin?
Which adverse effect is NOT associated with the use of ciprofloxacin?
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What is the serious concern with the use of fluoroquinolones?
What is the serious concern with the use of fluoroquinolones?
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Who is at greater risk for adverse effects of fluoroquinolones?
Who is at greater risk for adverse effects of fluoroquinolones?
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What is the BLACK BOX WARNING for fluoroquinolones?
What is the BLACK BOX WARNING for fluoroquinolones?
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What is the contraindication for ciprofloxacin use?
What is the contraindication for ciprofloxacin use?
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Can ciprofloxacin be used during pregnancy?
Can ciprofloxacin be used during pregnancy?
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What are the potential drug interactions with ciprofloxacin?
What are the potential drug interactions with ciprofloxacin?
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What should patients avoid while taking oral ciprofloxacin?
What should patients avoid while taking oral ciprofloxacin?
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How should the IV formulation of ciprofloxacin be administered?
How should the IV formulation of ciprofloxacin be administered?
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Which of the following is the purpose of administering phenazopyridine?
Which of the following is the purpose of administering phenazopyridine?
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What is the recommended use of trimethoprim in the treatment of P. jirovecii pneumonia?
What is the recommended use of trimethoprim in the treatment of P. jirovecii pneumonia?
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What is the main route of elimination for ciprofloxacin?
What is the main route of elimination for ciprofloxacin?
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What type of bacteria is ciprofloxacin most potent against?
What type of bacteria is ciprofloxacin most potent against?
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What is the mechanism of action of sulfonamides?
What is the mechanism of action of sulfonamides?
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Do sulfonamides kill mature, fully formed bacteria?
Do sulfonamides kill mature, fully formed bacteria?
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What precautions should be taken when administering TMP-SMZ to older adults?
What precautions should be taken when administering TMP-SMZ to older adults?
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