Integumentary and burn medications

Question 1

What is one of the strongest broad spectrum antibiotics, few pathogens are resistant; used to treat or prevent infections SHOULD BE A LAST RESORT

Answer 1

Vancomycin

Question 2

What are S/E of vancomycin

Answer 2

nephrotoxicity, phlebitis, ototoxicity, hypotension, nause and vomitting

Question 3

What are nsg implications for vancomycin?

Answer 3

culture first, watch iv site closely, watch for super infection following treatment, renal impaired pt needs decreased doses

Question 4

What is tetracycline used for?

Answer 4

antibiotic used to treat a number of bacterial infections. It is commonly used to treat acne and rosacea.