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kamilo84

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Aerosolized aztreonam would be indicated for
 
  a. cystic fibrosis.
  b. exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
  c. respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections.
  d. uncomplicated influenza.

Question 2

Pentamidine is thought to work by
 
  a. interfering with nuclear metabolism and inhibiting DNA, RNA, phospholipids, and protein synthesis.
  b. acting as a nucleoside analogue to terminate viral DNA replication.
  c. binding to penicillin-binding proteins of pathogens inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis.
  d. providing neutralizing and fusion-inhibiting activity, preventing viral replication.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

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ANS: A





 

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