This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: A patient has developed Clostridium difficile associated with pseudomembranous colitis. Which of the ... (Read 13 times)

LaDunn

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 526
on: Jul 23, 2018
A patient has developed Clostridium difficile associated with pseudomembranous colitis. Which of the following medications is effective in the treatment of Clostridium difficile?
 
  A) Linezolid (Zyvox)
  B) Cladribine (Leustatin)
  C) Clarithromycin (Biaxin)
  D) Metronidazole (Flagyl)

Question 2

A nurse has poured a hospital patient's scheduled dose of hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ). The nurse should know that this drug reduces preload by which of the following means?
 
  A) Exerting a direct relaxant effect on the vascular smooth muscle
  B) Increasing renal excretion of sodium and water
  C) Increasing the contractility of myocardial fibers
  D) Stimulating the SA node to fire more frequently


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

sultana.d

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 320
Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D
Feedback:
Metronidazole (Flagyl) is indicated for use in the treatment of Clostridium difficile. Linezolid (Zyvox) is not used to treat C. difficile. Cladribine (Leustatin) is an antineoplastic agent that is not used for C. difficile. Clarithromycin (Biaxin) is not used to treat C. difficile.

Answer to Question 2

B
Feedback:
Hydrochlorothiazide inhibits the reabsorption of sodium and chloride in the distal renal tubule, increasing the excretion of sodium and water by the kidneys. Thiazide diuretics do not relax smooth muscle, increase contractility, or stimulate the SA node.


LaDunn

  • Member
  • Posts: 526
Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

recede

  • Member
  • Posts: 315
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

About 600,000 particles of skin are shed every hour by each human. If you live to age 70 years, you have shed 105 pounds of dead skin.

Did you know?

The most common childhood diseases include croup, chickenpox, ear infections, flu, pneumonia, ringworm, respiratory syncytial virus, scabies, head lice, and asthma.

Did you know?

Although the Roman numeral for the number 4 has always been taught to have been "IV," according to historians, the ancient Romans probably used "IIII" most of the time. This is partially backed up by the fact that early grandfather clocks displayed IIII for the number 4 instead of IV. Early clockmakers apparently thought that the IIII balanced out the VIII (used for the number 8) on the clock face and that it just looked better.

Did you know?

Though methadone is often used to treat dependency on other opioids, the drug itself can be abused. Crushing or snorting methadone can achieve the opiate "rush" desired by addicts. Improper use such as these can lead to a dangerous dependency on methadone. This drug now accounts for nearly one-third of opioid-related deaths.

Did you know?

There are 20 feet of blood vessels in each square inch of human skin.

Patient teaching: abdominal assessment Patient teaching: abdominal assessment
A patient’s cognitive ability depends on his or her psychologic status, which is influenced by ... A patient’s cognitive ability depends on his or her psychologic status, which is influenced by ...
Examples of endocrine disorders. (D) A patient with gigantism. Examples of endocrine disorders. (D) A patient with gigantism.
Areas of sclerosis (see arrows) in the white matter of a patient with MS. Areas of sclerosis (see arrows) in the white matter of a patient with MS.
Areas of sclerosis (see arrows) in the white matter of a patient with MS. Areas of sclerosis (see arrows) in the white matter of a patient with MS.
Baby's eyes are developed in 6th week of pregnancy Baby's eyes are developed in 6th week of pregnancy
Video: Aneurysm

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library