Antibiotics Application Questions

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A culture sample of a patient was taken, and the only information they have received is that the infection contains Gram + bacteria. The patient is experiencing tissue inflammation, and they have no known allergies to antibiotics. The infection is more severe, and requires a concentrated dose to be effective. Which antibiotic would a doctor most likely prescribe in this scenario?
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A culture sample of a patient was taken, and the only information they have received is that the infection contains Gram + bacteria. The patient is experiencing tissue inflammation, and they have no known allergies to antibiotics. The infection is more severe, and requires a concentrated dose to be effective. Which antibiotic would a doctor most likely prescribe in this scenario?
Penicillin G
A culture sample of a patient was taken, and the only information they have received is that the infection contains Gram + bacteria. The patient is experiencing tissue inflammation, and they have no known allergies to antibiotics. They prefer an oral treatment. Which antibiotic would a doctor most likely prescribe in this scenario?
Penicillin V
A child comes into the clinic with an intense ear ache. A culture sample has not been taken, and the child has no known allergies to antibiotics. Which antibiotic would a doctor most likely prescribe in this scenario?
Amoxicillin
A child was prescribed amoxicillin for an ear infection, and the medication was ineffective. The culture sample came back and showed Gram + and Gram - bacteria. The child has no known allergies to antibiotics. What might the physician do in this scenario?
Prescribe Augmentin (specific brand)
-Amoxicillin mixed with Clavulanic acid (B-lactamase inhibiting)
A patient comes in complaining of frequent, painful urination. Their urine sample had trace amounts of blood. The lab results have not yet been gathered. The patient has no known allergies to antibiotics. What antibiotic would a doctor most likely prescribe in this scenario.
Cephalexin (Keflex): 1st generation cephalosporin
A woman comes into the emergency room with a sudden, extreme headache, a high fever, and nausea. While taking her vitals, the medical team noticed her becoming confused and unfocused. The physician suspects it could be bacterial meningitis. The allergies of the patients are unknown. What antibiotic would a doctor most likely prescribe in this scenario?
Intravenous/intramuscular Ceftriaxone (Rocephin): 3rd generation cephalosporin
A patient comes into the hospital for a bladder obstruction and is given a foley catheter. A few days later, the patient shows signs of having an infection. What generation of cephalosporin would this patient most likely be given in this scenario (assuming they have no allergies to antibiotics)?
The infection is most likely from the foley catheter (a hospital acquired infection). They would be treated with a 3rd generation cephalosporin for its broad spectrum properties that have the ability to treat more severe infections.
A patient comes into the hospital and suspects that they have some kind of infection. The culture sample shows an infection caused by resistant acid-fast bacteria. What antibiotic(s) would a doctor most likely prescribe in this scenario?
Isoniazid with Rifampin and Streptomycin to reduce microbial resistance
A teenage boy comes into the clinic with stubborn acne. No topical treatments have been effective. The physician is considering a round of antibiotics to try to treat it. The patient has no known allergies to antibiotics. What antibiotic would a doctor most likely prescribe in this scenario?
Tetracycline: protein synthesis inhibitors
A middle aged man shows signs of having a prostate infection. The patient has no known allergies to antibiotics. What antibiotic would a doctor most likely prescribe in this scenario?
Tetracycline
A physician is thinking of prescribing a 30 year old woman tetracycline. What two questions might the doctor ask her about before sending the prescription?1. Are you pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant? 2. Are you currently on a birth control regimen?A 10 year old girl comes into an urgent care with an upper respiratory infection. She was prescribed Amoxicillin for a similar infection when she was 11 months old, and she experienced an extreme allergic reaction. What antibiotic would a doctor most likely prescribe in this scenario?Macrolides (Erythromycin): Protein synthesis inhibitorA man gets a tuberculosis test for a new job at a nursing home, and after a few hours he is showing signs of a positive test result. He immediately goes to the hospital and gets a culture sample. The results show acid-fast, Gram + bacteria, which are consistent with tuberculosis. What antibiotic would a doctor most likely prescribe in this scenario?Rifampin: nucleic acid inhibitorA college student goes to her primary care physician for a check up prior to going to Africa for her study abroad program. The physician has concerns about the student contracting Neisseria meningitidis, which is common in the city she will be traveling to. What antibiotic might the physician prescribe to her as a preventative measure?Rifampin: nucleic acid inhibitorA patient comes into urgent complaining of sores on their genitalia and painful urination. A culture sample is taken, and there is both Gram + and Gram - bacteria present. The patient has no known allergies to antibiotics. What class(es) of antibiotics might the physician prescribe as a first line of treatment?Fluoroquinolones (Ciprofloxacin) or Quinolones (Nalidixic acid)A patient was just diagnosed with an eye infection. Culture samples of the infection show Gram - bacteria. They have no known allergies to antibiotics. What antibiotic might the physician prescribe in this scenario?Polymyxin eye drops: Cell membrane inhibitorA teenage boy is on his high school swim team and goes into an urgent care complaining of ear pain. The infection seems to be more external. What antibiotic might the physician prescribe in this scenario?Polymyxin ear dropsA culture sample is taken of a patient, and the results show a species of Protozoa. What class(es) of antibiotics might the physician prescribe in this scenario?Sulfonamides and TrimethoprimWhat are some of the possible side effects of Penicillin G?Minor: Rashes, hives, diarrhea, vomiting, increase in yeast infections, etc. Major: Anaphylactic shock and deathWhat are some of the possible side effects of Amoxicillin?Diarrhea, nausea, etc.What are some of the possible side effects of Tetracycline?-Stains on developing teeth -Inhibits fetal bone development -Agonist to birth controlWhat is a possible side effect of Rifampin?Birth control agonistWhat are some possible side effects of Fluoroquinolones (Ciprofloxacin) and Quinolones (Nalidixic acid)?Symptoms are usually mild, but there have been reports of nerve damage, seizures, and tendon disruptionWhat are some possible side effects of polymyxin if used incorrectly?Neuron and kidney damageWhich of the antibiotics listed below would a physician NOT prescribe to an immunocompromised patient? -Penicillin G -Penicillin V -Amoxicillin -Cephalexin (Keflex) -Ceftriaxone (Rocephin) -Isoniazid -Tetracycline -Macrolides -Rifampin -Fluoroquinolones (Ciprofloxacin) and Quinolones (Nalidixic Acid) -Polymyxin -Sulfonamides and Trimethoprim-Tetracycline (protein synthesis inhibitor) -Macrolides (protein synthesis inhibitor) -Sulfonamides and trimethoprim (metabolic analogs)Is Penicillin G natural or semi-synthetic?Natural: PencilliumIs Penicillin V natural or semi-synthetic?Semi-syntheticIs Amoxicillin natural or semi-synthetic?Semi-syntheticIs Cephalexin (Keflex) natural or semi-synthetic?Semi-syntheticIs Ceftriaxone (Rocephin) natural or semi-synthetic?Semi-syntheticIs Isoniazid natural or semi-synthetic?Natural: MycobacteriumIs Polymyxin natural or semi-synthetic?Semi-syntheticIs Rifampin natural or semi-synthetic?Semi-syntheticAre fluoroquinolones (Ciprofloxacin) and quinolones (nalidixic acid) natural or semi-synthetic?Semi-syntheticIs Tetracycline natural or semi-synthetic?Natural: StreptomycesAre macrolides natural or semi-synthetic?Natural: StreptomycesAre sulfonamides and trimethoprim natural or semi-synthetic?Semi-synthetic