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Roach's Introductory Clinical Pharmacology 11th Edition
Chapter 7 Questions
Question 1 of 5
After teaching a group of nursing students about fluoroquinolones, the instructor determines that the teaching was successful when they identify which of the following as an example? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,E
Rationale: The fluoroquinolone drugs include ciprofloxacin (Cipro), gemifloxacin (Factive), levofloxacin (Levaquin), moxifloxacin (Avelox), norfloxacin (Noroxin), and ofloxacin (Floxin). Amoxicillin is an aminopenicillin. Spectinomycin is chemically related to but different from aminoglycosides.
Question 2 of 5
A nursing student is engaged in researching information about fluoroquinolones. When reviewing the information, the student would most likely find that this class of drugs is effective in treating which type of infection? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: Fluoroquinolones are effective in treating infections caused by gram-positive and gram-negative microorganisms.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the medical records of several clients with infection. The nurse would anticipate the prescriber ordering a fluoroquinolone for a client with which of the following? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Fluoroquinolones are primarily used to treat lower respiratory tract infections, bone and joint infections, urinary tract infections, skin infections, sexually transmitted infections, and some infections of the eye and ear.
Question 4 of 5
A client is being given a prescription for ciprofloxacin (Cipro) to treat a urinary tract infection. The nurse should teach the client about which of the following common adverse reactions? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Common adverse reactions to fluoroquinolones include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, abdominal pain or discomfort, dizziness, and photosensitivity. Constipation and dry mouth are not associated with fluoroquinolone therapy.
Question 5 of 5
Fluoroquinolones should be used with caution in which of the following clients? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Fluoroquinolones should be used with caution in clients with diabetes, renal impairment, or history of seizures, older clients, and clients on dialysis.