Deck 2: Antibiotic Drugs

Question 1

Who discovered the mold that produce penicillin?

Answer 1

Alexander Fleming

Question 2

Does an antibiotic drug kill bacteria in the body on its own?

Answer 2

No, the antibiotic drug can’t kill a bacteria on its own; it needs the help of your body’s natural defenses and surgical procedures.

Question 3

What happened if the bacteria is resistant to drug?

Answer 3

The pathogen will continue to grow.

Question 4

Is possible to have a severe allergic reaction from antibiotic?

Answer 4

Yes, it occurs within 20 minutes and shortness of breathing is the first symptom.

Question 5

Will it be most effective if we use both drugs at the same time?

Answer 5

No, using two drugs at the same time can reduce their effectiveness.

Question 6

What spectrum is effective to gram positive and negative organisms?

Answer 6

Broad Spectrum

Question 7

Who among the patients should avoid prophylactic antibiotics?

Answer 7

Those who have a prosthetic heart valves and recurring urinary tract infection.

Question 8

What are the antibiotics affecting the bacterial cell wall?

Answer 8

Penicillin, Cephalosporins

Question 9

What is the sign for skin testing if you have an allergy to this drug?

Answer 9

There is a sign of itching, hives and redness in particular area.

Question 10

Is it necessary for the client to discontinue the antibiotic medication even though the symptoms have subsided?

Answer 10

No, the drug should continue until the full course of antimicrobial treatment is complete.