Jeopardy Review 7/21 Flashcards
Although efficacious this asthma medication has a very narrow therapeutic index.
Theophylline
This formulation of a mimic of adrenal hormones is much less likely to result in severe systemic adverse effects.
ICS
This bronchodilator should always be prescribed with an ICS.
LABAs
This asthma medication amplifies Na/K ATPase and is used to reduce elevated serum K levels.
Albuterol
This antibiotic’s MOA works via inhibition of protein synthesis in 2 ribosomal locations, and results in the synthesis of defective and toxic proteins.
Aminoglycosides
What is the indication for ofloxacin otic solution?
Otitis media and externa
This type of beta lactam (x) has better coverage against listeria, enterococcus, and anaerobes.
VS.
This type of beta lactam (y) is more stable to betalactamase, and has broader gram negative coverage.
X = penicillins
Y = cephalosporins
Name 2 beta lactams used to treat pseudomonas infections.
Pip-tazo (Zosyn)
Cefepime
Also ceftazidime
What are three species of bacteria commonly seen in CAP?
Strep pneumo, H flu, M cat
What is a penicillin that is active against MSSA?
Oxacillin/nafcillin/dicloxacillin
This antibacterial drug promotes the excretion of pyridoxine.
Isoniazid