ATI RN
ATI nurs 180 Pharmacology Final Exam Questions
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A client exposed to anthrax has presented to the healthcare setting. Which of the following medications below is the treatment for this biological exposure?
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Rationale: The correct answer is A: ciprofloxacin (Cipro). Ciprofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic effective against anthrax bacteria. It inhibits bacterial DNA synthesis, preventing further growth and replication. It is the first-line treatment for anthrax exposure due to its broad-spectrum coverage and high efficacy. Amoxicillin/clavulanate (
B) is a beta-lactam antibiotic and is not effective against anthrax. Nystatin (
C) is an antifungal medication used for fungal infections, not bacterial infections like anthrax. Metronidazole (
D) is used for bacterial and parasitic infections, but not specifically for anthrax.
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