ANTIBIOTIC DRUGS Flashcards
known as prokaryotes which are
single-celled organisms that lack a true
nucleus and nuclear membrane.
Bacteria
This is the drug of choice for gram-positive cocci such as Streptococcus pneumoniae, viridans and pyogenes.
Penicillins
It is for the prevention of infection for clients with GIT, Cardio, Orthopedic or Gynecologic surgeries.
Prophylactic
Substances that inhibit bacterial growth or kill
bacteria and other microorganisms.
Antibacterial Drugs
We use antiseptics for
Nonliving objects
When bacteria is sensitive to the drug, the pathogen can be
destroyed
It is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.
Broad Spectrum
It occurs when the antibiotics reduce or completely eliminate the normal bacterial flora.
Superinfection
4 host factors
Immune system, Site of infection, Age, Pregnancy
two types of resistance
inherent
acquired