Commonly prescribed antimicrobial agents

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Question 1:

A client with a bacterial skin infection is prescribed cephalexin (Keflex).
The nurse should instruct the client to report which adverse effect of this medication?

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Question 2:

A nurse is caring for a client with a bacterial respiratory tract infection who is receiving azithromycin (Zithromax).
Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)

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Question 3:

A nurse is teaching a client who has a bacterial urinary tract infection about nitrofurantoin (Macrobid).
Which of the following statements by the client indicates understanding of the teaching?

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Question 4:

A nurse is reviewing the medication history of a client who has a bacterial gastrointestinal infection and a prescription for metronidazole (Flagyl).
The nurse should identify that which of the following medications can interact with metronidazole?

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Question 5:

A nurse is preparing to administer ceftriaxone (Rocephin) to a client who has bacterial meningitis.
The nurse should recognize that this medication is effective against which type of bacteria?

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