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xclash

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Second-generation fluoroquinolones are frequently used to treat:
 
  a. genitourinary infections. c. colitis.
  b. upper respiratory infections. d. syphilis

Question 2

Clients at risk of developing nephrotoxicity while taking aminoglycosides are:
 
  a. those with urinary tract infections (UTI).
  b. those who have upper respiratory infections (URI).
  c. those with dehydration.
  d. those being treated for sepsis.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

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A Correct: Ciprofloxacin is a commonly used antibiotic to treat UTIs.
B Incorrect: Fluoroquinolones are used to treat lower respiratory infections.
C Incorrect: Fluoroquinolones are not used to treat colitis.
D Incorrect: Fluoroquinolones are not the drugs of choice for syphilis.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

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A Incorrect: These clients are not at increased risk for nephrotoxicity. Aminoglycosides are used to treat some UTIs.
B Incorrect: These clients are not at increased risk for nephrotoxicity.
C Correct: Clients who are dehydrated are at increased risk for nephrotoxicity if taking aminoglycosides, because the dehydration decreases renal perfusion.
D Incorrect: Aminoglycosides are used to treat sepsis.


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