Biosynthetic penicillins are effective against:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A because biosynthetic penicillins are effective against a wide range of organisms listed in choice A. They work by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, making them effective against Gram-positive and some Gram-negative bacteria. Corynebacterium diphtheria, spirochetes, and Clostridium gangrene are all susceptible to penicillins. Choice B is incorrect because penicillins are not effective against mycobacterium species. Choice C is also incorrect because penicillins do not have activity against viruses. Choice D is incorrect because penicillins are not typically effective against Gram-negative cocci or Rickettsia, and they are not used for mycotic infections.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Saquinavir. Saquinavir is a protease inhibitor, not a nucleoside analog. Nucleoside analogs (A, B, D) mimic nucleosides and interfere with viral replication by inhibiting DNA or RNA synthesis. Acyclovir (A) is used for herpes viruses, Zidovudine (B) for HIV, Didanosine (D) for HIV. Saquinavir (C) inhibits protease enzyme in HIV, preventing viral maturation.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: Epinephrine. Epinephrine is a vasopressor and bronchodilator used in emergency situations like dyspnea to improve breathing and increase blood pressure. Hydrochlorothiazide and Amiloride are diuretics used to treat hypertension and edema, not acute dyspnea. Mannitol is an osmotic diuretic used to reduce intracranial pressure, not for dyspnea. Epinephrine is the most appropriate choice for immediate relief of dyspnea due to its bronchodilator effects and ability to improve breathing quickly.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Blockade of Na+ channels in the collecting duct. This action prevents Na+ reabsorption, leading to increased Na+ in the urine and decreased K+ secretion. This mechanism is seen in potassium-sparing diuretics like amiloride and triamterene. Choices A and C do not directly impact potassium sparing. Choice D is incorrect as aldosterone receptor blockade would lead to increased K+ excretion.

Correct Answer: D

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