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Chapter 17: Bacterial Infections Flashcards

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Natural bacterial barriers include

A

skin

mucous membranes

lactic acid

long-chain fatty acids

lysozymes

reticuloendothelial system

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bacterial barriers other than the body’s natural ones

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overall health

age

nutritional status

comorbidities

blood supply near infection site

natural and acquired antibodies

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most commonly used classes of antibiotics

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PCNs

fluoroquinolones

cephalosporins

macrolides

tetracyclines

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bacteriocidal antibiotics

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kill the invading organism

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bacteriostatic antibiotics

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inhibit growth of invading organism so the body’s defenses can kill it

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methods by which antimicrobial drugs effect the invading microbe

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  1. inhibition of cell wall synthesis/repair
  2. inhibition of protein synthesis
  3. disruption of membrane permeability
  4. inhibition of nucleic acid synthesis
  5. inhibition of specific biochemical pathways
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7
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cell wall structure of gram- and gram+ bacteria

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gram + tends to be a simpler structure and easier to damage

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empricial prescribing

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prescribing based on previous experience when treatment must be started prior to lab results

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what are the 3 things used to classify all organisms

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morphology (cocci, bacilli)

growth characteristics (anaerobic, aerobic)

other qualities (gram+, gram-)

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patient education for antimicrobials

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take as prescribed and finish entire course

do not take for viral infections

do not take someone else’s

patient’s should ask about potential for resistance

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11
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which 2 agents are most commonly asociated with clinically significant drug interactions

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quinolones and macrolides

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12
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interactions between ABTs and other medications

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coumadin interacts with many

birth control with PCN

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classess of bacteriocidal ABTs that affect cell wall synthesis

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Natural Penicillins

expanded-spectrum PCNs

extended spectrum PCNs

penicillinase resistant PCNs

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4 groups of PCNs

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natural PCNs

PCN G

PCN V

aminopenicillins (amoxicillin, ampicillin)

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15
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signs of superinfection to watch for when prescribing PCNs

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abdomina cramps

fever

watery diarrhea

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16
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hypersensitivity reactions to PCN can include

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angioedema

serum-sickness

anaphylaxis

severe local inflammaotory reaction at injection site

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17
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PCNs effect on Comb’s test

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can cause false positive

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18
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IV administration of PCN G, K+, or Na_

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administer slowly

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19
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other conscientious consideration with prescribing PCNs

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renal impairment may require dosage adjustments

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20
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PCN patient education

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  • oral tabs 1hr before or 2hr after meals
  • take all medication for 14 days
  • alternate birth control
  • doses should be dividied equally over 24 hour period
  • notify clinicain if blood, pus, mucus in stool
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21
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important pieces to remeber about pharmacokinetics of PCNs

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GI absorption is variable

widely distributed (crosses CSF and breast milk)

partial metabolism in liver but mostly excreted unchanged in urine

more page 316

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22
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which medications can inhibits PCN bacteriocidal activity

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chloramphenicol

macrolide ABTs

methotrexate

tetracycline

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23
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what effect does probenecid have on PCNs and cephalosporins

A

potentates activity by raising their blood levels

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contraindications for natural PCNs

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infectious mononucleosis as it can cause extensive rash

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25
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cross sensitivity of PCN and cephalosporin sensitivity

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about 10%

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26
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extended-spectrum PCNs

(cephalosporins)

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semisynthetic agents

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27
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how are cephalosporins grouped

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4 generations based on antimicrobial properties

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28
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things to remember in general about cephalosporins

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low toxicity

broad spectrum of activity

not reliable against MRSA

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29
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action of cephalosporins

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1st generation is more useful among gram+

as classification increases, so does spectrum, and ability to effect gram-

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30
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cephalosporin mechanism of action

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interferes with bacterial cell wall synthesis

(Bacteriocidal)

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31
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some clinical uses of cephalosporins

A

respirtaory tract infections

pneumonia

otitis media

skin infections not caused by MRSA or MRSE

more page 319

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32
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cephalosporin patient education

A

evenly space dosages around the clock

take missed dose ASAP but do not double

do not share

report signs of superinfection

do NOT self-treat any diarrhea that develops

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33
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hematologic side effects of cephalosporins

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anemia, leukopenia

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34
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cephalosporin interactions

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aminoglycosides and LOOP diuretics can add to nephrotoxicity

anticoagulants can cause hypoprothrombinemia

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35
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cephalosporin contraindication

A

hypersensitivity

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36
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beta-lactamase resistant PCNs mechanism of action

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resist the action of penicillinase and bind to the cell wall which causes cell death

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37
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what causes resistance to PCNs

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invading microbe produces penicillinase which hydrolyzes the beta-lactam ring of the ABTs, rendering it ineffective

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38
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examples of penicillinase resistant PCNs

A

cabenicillin

geocillin

cloxacillin

dicloxacillin

methicillin

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39
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examples of first generation cephalosporins

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cefadroxil (Duricef)

cephalexin (Keflex)

cefazolin (Ancef)

cephradine (Velosef)

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examples of second generation cephalosporins

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cefuroxime axetil (Ceftin)

cefprozil (Cefzil)

loracarbef (Lorabid)

cefotetan (Zinacef)

cefaclor (Cecor)

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examples of third generation cephalosporins

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ceftibuten (Cedax)

ceftriaxone (Rocephin)

cefotaxime (Claforan

cefixime (Suprax)

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examples of fourth generation cephalosporins

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cefdinir (Omnicef)

cefepime (Maxipime)

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clinical uses of penicillinase resistant PCNs

A

soft tissue and bone infections

respiratory tract infections

sinusitis

UTIs

endocarditis

septicemia

meningitis

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44
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what decreases absorption of penicillinase resistant PCNs

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gastric acids and acidic juices

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45
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extended spectrum PCNs mechanism of action

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pass throught the pores in the outer membrane and can reach penicillin-binding proeins on inner cell’s cytoplasmic membranes

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46
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examples of extended spectrum PCNs

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amoxicillin

ampicillin

amoxicillin/clavulanate (Augmentin)

ampicillin/sulbactam (Unasyn)

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47
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why is amoxicillin preferred over ampicillin

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it is more completely absorbed and has a lower incidence of diarrhea

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How do macrolides work

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they inhibit protein synthesis at the 50S ribosome unit

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49
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Antibiotics that inhibit protein synthesis

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macrolides

tetracyclines

aminoglycoside

50
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examples of macrolides

A

azithromycin (Z-pak)

erythromycin (E-mycin)

clarithromycin (Biaxin)

clindamycin

lincomycin (Linocin)

51
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macrolide clinical uses

A

mild-mod bacterial exacerbations of COPD

mild-mod pharyngitis/tonsilitis caused by strep

PID

community-acquired pneumonia caused by strep or flu

52
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conscientious considerations for macrolides

A

C&S is important

watch for nonadherance, anaphylaxis, drowsiness, superinfection

can take without regard to food

may cause photosensitivity

53
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Azithromycin is a derivative of what

A

erythromycin

54
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why is azithromycin one of the most popular ABT for respiratory, skin, and sexually transmitted infections

A

effective against so many gram+ and some gram- bacteria

55
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how is azithromycin different from older macrolides

A

longer half-life

56
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what decreases peak serum levels of azithromycin

A

aluminum and magnesium containing antacids

57
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what increases peak serum levels of azithromycin

A

digoxin, theophylline, and phenytoin triazolam

58
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azithromycin contraindications

A

pregnancy/breastfeeding

liver impairment

sensitivity

59
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absorption of erythromycin (Biaxin)

A

high but erratic

60
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clinical uses for erythromycin (Biaxin)

A

legionnaire’s disease

syphylis

diptheria

atypical pneumonia

topically for acne

61
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what is often used as an alternative when a patient is allergic to PCN

A

Biaxin

62
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erythromycin interactions

A

ALOT

ethanol reduces plasma concentrations

decreases activity of PCN if co-administered

63
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erithromycin contraindications

A

hepatic disease or macrolide sensitivity

64
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why is erythromycin preferred over tetracyclines in young people being treated for acne

A

does not discolor teeth or bind to bone

65
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clinical uses of clindamycin

A

serious infections

most infections with gram- staph and strep

66
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clindamycin mechanism of action

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bacteriostatic or bacteriocidal

inhibits protein synthesis at the ribosome 50S unit

67
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clindamycin interactions

A

kaolin/pectin preparations decrease absorption

68
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clindamycin contraindications

A

previous pseudomembranous colitis

severe liver impairment

diarrhea

alcohol tolerance

pregnancy/lactation

69
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why are tetracyclines contraindicated in children and pregnancy

A

binds to calcium where it stains teeth and affects long bone development

70
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examples of tetracyclines

A

doxycycline

tetracycline

minocycline

oxytetracycline

71
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tetracycline mechanism of action

A

broad spectrum bacteriostatic agents that inhibit protein synthesis by binding to the 30S ribosome unit

72
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clinical uses of tetracyclines

A

syphilis in PCN allergic patients

lyme disease. anthrax

adjunct to therapy for H. pylori ulcers

mycoplasma pneumoniae

(more page 325)

73
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tetracycline interactions

A

increase effect of warfarin

decrease effect of sucralfate and barbituates

74
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aminoglycoside mechanism of action

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bind to ribosomal 30S and 50S subunits to inhibit protein synthesis which causes a defective cell membrane that cannot sustain the bacteria

75
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makeup of aminoglycosides

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contain at least one sugar

76
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aminoglycosides clinical uses

A

serious bacteremia

respiratory/urinary tact infections

infected wounds

infected bone/soft tissues

perotinitis

burns complicated by sepsis

77
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treatment of serious infections with pseudomonas aeruginosa

A

may require combined therapy with aminoglycosides and ticarcillin, carbenicillin, pipercillin, or ceftazidime

78
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side effects to watch for with aminoglycosides

A

vestibular and cochlear disturbances, nephrotoxicity, hypersensitivities

79
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aminoglycoside interactions

A

long list

most result in nephrotoxicity or ototoxicity

80
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clinical considerations with aminoglycosides

A

poor oral absorption (most are IV)

therapy exceeding 7 days can cause kidney damage

resistance varies widely

81
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sulfonamides mechanism of action

A

inhibits bacterial folic acid synthesis producing a bacteriostatic effect

82
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examples of sulfonamides

A

sulfamethoxazole (Gantanol)

sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (Bactrim)

83
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clinical uses of sulfonamides

A

infection with toxoplasma, pneumocystitis jiroveci pneumonia, shigella enteritis, and UTIs

84
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sulfonamides as prophylaxis

A

against pneumocystitis in HIV and immucompromised patients

85
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sulfonamide interactions

A

increases the hypoprothrominemia effect of arfarin by inhibiting its metabolism

86
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sulfonamide patient education

A

notify if rash, sore throat, mouth sores, unusual bleeding

avoid driving until response is known

stay hydrated to prevent crystalluria

87
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sulfonamide conscientious considerations

A

watch for stevens-johnson syndrome

G6PD deficiency can lead to anemia

hypersensitivities can occur up to 12 days after exposure

88
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fluroquinolones mechanism of action

A

inhibits bacterial DNA synthesis to prevent replication

89
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fluroquinolones are effective against

A

most aerobi gram- bacteria and some gram+

90
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examples of fluroquinolones

A

ciprofloxacin (Cipro)

gatifloxacin (Tequin)

gemifloxacin (Factive)

levofloxacin (Levoquin)

moxifloxacin (Avelox)

ofloxacin (Floxin, Ocuflox)

91
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respiratory quinolones

A

gemifloxacin, levofloxacin, and moxifloxacin

all have good activity against PCN-resistant strains of pneumonia

92
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cipro is used widely for

A

enteric infections (bacterial enteritis and diverticulitis)

UTIs (including prostatitis)

bone/joint infections

93
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what drugs have approval to treat uncomplicated gonorhhea

A

oxyfloxacin, norfloxacin, gatifloxacin, and ciprofloxacin

minimum of 7 day treatment

94
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what are special use ABTs used for

A

parasitic and bacterial infections

95
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examples of special use ABTs

A

metronidazole (Flagyl)

daptomycin (Cubicin)

tigecycline (Tygacil)

Linezolid (Zyvox)

Quinupristin/dalfopristin (Synercid)

96
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metronidazole (Flagyl)

mechanism of action

A

causes metabolites to accumulate in the susceptible organism which disrupts DNA and protein synthesis

97
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clinical uses of flagyl

A

anaerobic bacteria and some protozoa

intestinal parasite Giardia

vaginitis

amebic dysentery

trichomoniasis

tx of c-diff

more page 332

98
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flagyl interactions

A

cimetidine can reduce metabolism

phenobarbital can increase metabolism

alcohol causes disulfiram-like reaction

99
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symptoms of disulfiram-like reaction

A

headache, dizziness, flushing, nausea, sweating, hyperventilation, disorientation

100
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flagyl contraindications

A

hypersensitivities

first trimester of pregnancy

101
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flagyl conscientious considerations

A

use with caution in CNS diseases (potential for neurotoxicity)

102
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flagyl patient education

A

severe interaction with alcohol

possible furry tongue and metallic taste

may darken urine

may take with food if GI upset occurs

103
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daptomycin (Cubicin)

mechanism of action

A

cyclic lipopeptide with rapid bacteriocidal activity against wide variety of gram+ and bacteria resistant to vancomycin and methicillin

(binds to bacterial cell membrane)

104
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clinical uses of daptomycin

A

complicated skin and skin structure infections

s. aureua bacteremia

right sided endocarditis

105
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daptomycin interactions

A

none clinically significant

manufacturer warns against statin drugs d/t risk of myopathy

106
Q

what can be done to minimize the risk of daptomycin resistance

A

always drain any abcesses

107
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tigecycline (Tygacil)

mechanism of action

A

inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to 30S ribosomes

chemically similar to tetracyclines

108
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administration of Tygacil

A

IV only

109
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clinical uses of Tygacil

A

severe skin and soft tissue infections

complicated intra0abdominal infections with resistant pathogens (VRE, MRSA)

110
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Tygacil interactions

A

oral contraceptives

111
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tygacil contraindications

A

<18

pregnant/breastfeeding

112
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linezolid (Zyvox)

mechanism of action

A

inhibits protein synthesis by binding to 50S ribosomal unit

treats nearly all gram+ resistant bacteria

113
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major drawback of Zyvox

A

reversible thrombocytopenia

114
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clinical uses of Zyvox

A

bacteriocidial: gram+ (sterptococci)
bacteriostatic: resistant enterococci and staphylococci

115
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Zyvox interactions

A

dopaminergic, vasopressors, sympathomimetics should be reduced

(mild MAOI)

OTC cold medicines can increase BP

116
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contraindications for Zyvox

A

not determined for pregnancy

caution with antiplatelets

117
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quinupristin/dalfopristin

(Synercid)

mechanism of action

A

bacteriostatic

quinupristin inhibits late phase of protein synthesis

dalfopristin inhibits early phase of protein synthesis

118
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Synercid clinical uses

A

treatment of infections with antibiotic resistant gram+ organisms

(VRE, MRSA, VREF)

119
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Synercid interactions usually result in

A

increased risk of toxicity

listed page 335

120
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pregnancy,geriatric, pediatric

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page 336

121
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