Final Exam: NR293 / NR 293 (Latest
Update 2025 / 2026) Pharmacology for Nursing Practice | Questions & Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - Chamberlain
Question:
What is vancomycin (anti-infective med) used for, and what are the key considerations?
Answer:
-Treats MRSA and other infections.-It must be given over at least 60 minutes to avoid Red Man Syndrome.
Question:
What is metronidazole (anti-infective med) used for, and what reaction should patients avoid?
Answer:
-Treats C. diff.-It can cause a disulfiram-like reaction if the patient consumes alcohol, leading to violent illness. 1 / 4
Question:
What is nystatin (anti-infective med) used for, and how is it administered?
Answer:
Treats fungal infections like oral candidiasis.
It's a suspension that must be shaken, and the patient either rinses and spits or rinses and swallows.
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What is neomycin (anti-infective med) used for?
Answer:
Used for bacterial gut infections before stomach surgery.
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What are the key considerations for tetracycline (anti-infective med)?
Answer:
-Should not be given to pregnant women or children under 9 due to the risk of teeth staining.
-It causes photosensitivity, so patients should wear protective clothing and avoid sun exposure.
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What are the risks associated with sulfonamides (anti-infective med)?
Answer:
-Can cause crystallization, potentially damaging the kidneys.
-Encourage patients to drink at least 2 liters of fluid daily.
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What are quinolones/fluoroquinolones (anti-infective med) used for, and what are the risks?
Answer:
-Quinolones/fluoroquinolones (e.g., ciprofloxacin, moxifloxacin) are broad- spectrum antibiotics used to treat a variety of infections such as urinary tract infections (UTIs), respiratory infections, and skin infections.
-Risks:
--Can cause diarrhea as a side effect.
--Have a black box warning for increased risk of tendon rupture, especially in older adults or those on corticosteroids.
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What is the key point about cephalosporins (anti-infective med) like cefotaxime?
Answer:
-Cephalosporins and penicillins have a cross-sensitivity.
-If a patient is allergic to one, they may be allergic to the other.
Question:
What are the adverse effects of aminoglycosides (anti-infective med)?
Answer:
-Can cause ototoxicity (hearing loss, tinnitus, balance issues) and renal toxicity (monitor BUN, creatinine, weight gain, intake/output).
Question:
What are the side effects of isoniazid (anti-infective med)?
Answer:
-Treats TB and improves appetite but can cause a B6 deficiency, leading to peripheral neuropathies. Patients may need a B6 supplement.
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