Sulfonamide Drugs and Patient Considerations Quiz
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Which adverse reaction is associated with both sulfonamides and penicillins?

  • Agranulocytosis (correct)
  • Hypokalemia
  • Mononucleosis
  • Thrombocytosis
  • What is a common nursing consideration for patients taking sulfonamides?

  • Take oral doses on an empty stomach
  • Administer with potassium supplements
  • Assess platelets and RBCs prior to therapy (correct)
  • Encourage high protein diet
  • What caution is associated with penicillins like amoxicillin?

  • Hypersensitivity to drug class (correct)
  • Hypersensitivity to sulfonamides
  • Increased risk of hypernatremia
  • Decreased risk of anaphylactic reactions
  • Which serious reaction is associated with sulfonamides like Bactrim?

    <p>Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis (SJS/TEN)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common adverse reaction associated with sulfonamides like Bactrim?

    <p>Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be assessed prior to therapy for patients taking penicillins like amoxicillin?

    <p>Platelets and red blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a caution associated with penicillins like amoxicillin?

    <p>Hypersensitivity to drug class</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common adverse reaction associated with sulfonamides like Bactrim?

    <p>Photosensitivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What nursing consideration is important for patients taking sulfonamides?

    <p>Assessing platelets and RBCs prior to therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What caution is advised for patients with hepatic and renal impairment taking sulfonamides like Bactrim?

    <p>Use with caution</p> Signup and view all the answers

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