Exam 15: Antibiotic Agents

An antiseptic used in wet dressings is:

____ is a long-acting form of injectable penicillin.

Diabetics should be warned that ____ may cause false test results with some urine sugar tests.

All of the following may help to reduce the risk of developing a severe infection except:

Match each term with its meaning. -pertains to anything that inhibits growth of bacteria

____ is produced by a strain of bacteria.

The 5 Cs are commonly found in daycare centers and correctional facilities.

All of the following are true statements with regard to infections in the older adult except:

____ deteriorates upon standing and must be kept in a cool, dark place.

If there is a fecal accident in a swimming pool, there is no cause for concern, as the chlorine in the water will kill any bacteria present.

The usual adult dose for EES is:

Signs of ototoxicity, as seen in those taking aminoglycosides, include all of the following except:

Treating a person infected with group A streptococcus for 24 hours is usually sufficient to render them noncontagious.

CDAD has been reported with use of nearly all antibacterial agents.

Match each term with its meaning. -pertains to killing or destruction of bacteria

Which disinfectant is most recommended by OSHA?

Disinfectants are typically used on inanimate objects, as they are usually harmful to living tissue.