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karateprodigy

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on: Jul 24, 2018
The likelihood of nephrotoxicity may be increased for clients taking cephalosporin antibiotics and:
 
  a. loop diuretics. c. vitamin C.
  b. sedatives. d. antacids.

Question 2

The absorption of most oral tetracyclines may be adversely affected by:
 
  a. vitamin C. c. pork.
  b. calcium-containing antacids. d. peppermint.


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Jordin Calloway

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

ANS: A

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A Correct: If a client is taking furosemide with either cephalosporins or aminoglycosides, the risk of nephrotoxicity is increased.
B Incorrect: Sedatives do not increase the risk of nephrotoxicity when taken with cephalosporins.
C Incorrect: Vitamin C does not relate to nephrotoxicity.
D Incorrect: Antacids do not increase the risk of nephrotoxicity when taken with cephalosporins.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

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A Incorrect: Vitamin C does not affect tetracycline absorption.
B Correct: Calcium, aluminum, or magnesium containing antacids or laxatives impair tetracycline absorption.
C Incorrect: Consuming pork does not affect tetracycline absorption.
D Incorrect: Peppermint does not affect tetracycline absorption.


karateprodigy

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Excellent

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