Module 1 Anti-Microbials Part 1 Flashcards
Slow / Retard bacteria multiplication is called
Bacteriostatic
A drug that destroys bacteria is considered
Bacteriocidal
Specific for a particular bacteria
Narrow spectrum
Destroy different types of bacteria
Broad spectrum
What test must be done before first dose of anti-infective is given
CNS
What is the appropriate way to give oral meds
Empty stomach with full glass of water
If lips get swollen after taking any antimicrobial what should the person do
Call doctor
Steven Johnson Syndrome is a common adverse effect of which drug class
Sulfonamides (Bactrim)
Redneck/Red Man Syndrome is most commonly seen with
IV Vancomycin
Prolonged use of tetracycline can lead to
Candida albicans
Most common sign of Candida Albicans is
white patches on mucous membranes
Mild treatment for Candida Albicans can include
Yogurt, Buttermilk
Severe treatment for Candida Albicans can include
Anti-fungal Medications, Gentian Violet
What is the average duration of time a person is placed on Anti-infectives
5-10 days
C-diff is a bacteria that affects the
GI tract
C-diff is more commonly seen in what population
Older patients
How long can C-diff occur after medication has been stopped
6 weeks
What is a major S&S of C-diff
Foul smelling Diarrhea
For Mild treatment of C-diff we would
provide no drug to kill organism
What can we absolutely not give for patients with C-diff
No anti-diarrheals
What kind of precautions must we place patients with C-diff
Contact Precautions
Vancomycin by mouth can cause
C-diff
What is best way to prevent spread of C-diff
Hand-washing
What is the action of Sulfonamides
Inhibit folic acid synthesis
Are sulfonamides Bacteriostatic or Bactericidal, and are they Narrow Spectrum or Broad Spectrum
Bactericidal
Broad spectrum
Bactrim is most commonly given to help with
UTI
Mafenide (Sulfamylon) and Silver Sulfadine (Silvadene) are given to help with
Meningitis
Sulfasalazine is given to help with
Ulcerative Colitis
Sulfonamides can cause what kind of Colitis
C-diff
Bactrim should be given when
on empty stomach
Giving a drug on an empty stomach means __ hours before meal OR __ hours after meal
1 hour before or 2 hours after
Sulfasalazine should be given how
with food
What is penicillin derived from
Mold from on bread and fruit
What is the action of Natural Penicillin
Inhibit Cell wall synthesis
Are Natural Penicillins Bacteriostatic or Bactericidal, and are they Narrow Spectrum or Broad Spectrum
Bactericidal and Narrow Spectrum
What route is Penicillin G given
IM,IV
What route is Penicillin V given
Oral
What is the action of a Penicillinase-Resistant Penicillin
Combats resistance to penicillinase/beta lactamase
What is Penicillinase-Resistant Penicillin used for (2)
MRSA, Staph
What is the difference between Dicloxacillin, Oxacillin, and Natho Cyllin
Dicloxacillin can only be given oral
Is Aminopenicillin Broad Spectrum or Narrow Spectrum
Broad Spectrum
Dicloxacillin, Oxacillin, and Natho Cyllin, are all examples of
Penicillinase-Resistant Penicillins
Amoxicillin and Ampicillin are examples of
Aminopenicillins
Amoxicillin is used for ______ and can be given _____
Ear infections and can be given PO
Ampicillin is used for ______(2) and can be given ____
UTI,STD and can be given IM,IV
Amoxicillin must be given with
Food
What is the action of Beta lactamase inhibitor
Inhibit activity of beta lactamase
Beta lactamase inhibitor are given with (2)
Aminopenicillins or Extended spectrum
Beta lactamase inhibitor are used where
bacterial resistance is present
Extended Spectrum Penicillins have a
Wider range that broad spectrum