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This weakens or destroys the bacterial cell wall causes lysis or death |
Mechanism of Action |
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Examples of Pencillin |
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Examples of Cephalosporins |
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Is penicillin safe for pregnancy? |
Yes. But it causes accidental pregnancy * When taking up this drug, use additional contraceptive like IUD * |
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Is cephalosporins safe for pregnancy? |
Yes. +++ * Ceftriaxone can cause C.Diff and doesn't treat it.* |
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Can you mix Penicillin and Cephalosporins? |
No. Since both drugs are structurally and chemically similar. ++ You can mix other antibiotics except for Peni and Cepha |
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- Cillins & Cephs |
Anaphylaxis Allergy |
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- Clarify the prescription - Request a new medication |
Nursing Responsibility |
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You should assess the type of reaction first before calling the doctor when you've noticed that the patient is having a reaction. T/F |
True. Assessments comes first before intervention
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Antibiotics with - Cillins should be taken up with food, should be shaken well before use,and should be using a correct measuring device. T/F. |
True. |
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- Ceph = Diarrhea, - Cillins = Bleeding ( monitor platelet count ) |
Common Side Effects of Penicillin and Cephalosporins. |
