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15 Cards in this Set
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Antibiotic that inhibits the growth of bacteria.
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Bacteriostatic
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The classification for the drug cefazolin.
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cephalosporin
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The classification for the drug erythromycin.
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macrolide
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The classification for the drug doxycycline.
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tetracycline
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Antibiotics that kill bacteria.
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bactericidal
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An infection that occurs during antimicrobial treatment for another infection and results in evergrowth of a nonsusceptible organism.
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superinfection
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Antibiotics taken before exposure to an infectious organism in an effort to prevent the development of infection.
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prophylactic
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The classification for the drug amikacin.
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aminoglycoside
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The classification for the drug sulfisoxazole.
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sulfonamide
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An antibiotic derived from fungus or mold, often seen on bread or fruit.
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penicillin
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A drug interaction occurs with penicillins and what drugs.
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NSAIDs
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Specific nursing interventions for the patient taking sulfonamides includes what three things?
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1. Obtain a culture and sensitivity before beginning antibiotics.
2. Assess for allergic reaction 3. Monitor urinary output |
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Name three things that would be included in the patient teaching for the patient receiving penicillin antibiotic therapy.
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1. Take the antibiotic for the length of time prescribed.
2. Take oral forms with 6 to 8 ounces of water to improve absorption. 3. Report sore throat, fever, or joint pain to the physician immediately. |
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Patients receiving aminoglycosides must be monitored for tinnitus, which may indicate...
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ototoxicity
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Patients with a history of sensitivity what should not be given cephalosporins?
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Penicillins
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