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A client develops a severe case of pseudomembranous colitis secondary to fluoroquinolone therapy. The fluoroquinolone is stopped immediately and the client receives intravenous fluids and protein supplementation.
 
  The physician prescribes medication as part of the treatment plan. The nurse would expect to administer which of the following?
 
  A) Fidaxomicin
  B) Metronidazole
  C) Norfloxacin
  D) Moxifloxacin

Question 2

After teaching a group of nursing students about antitubercular therapy, the instructor determines that the teaching was successful when the students identify which of the following as a primary drug to treat tuberculosis? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Levofloxacin (Levaquin)
  B) Ethambutol (Myambutol)
  C) Isoniazid (Nydrazid)
  D) Rifampin (Rifadin)
  E) Ciprofloxacin (Cipro)



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
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Moderate to severe cases of pseudomembranous colitis may require treatment with intravenous (IV) fluids and electrolytes, protein supplementation, and treatment with drugs such as fidaxomicin (Dificid) to eliminate the microorganism. Metronidazole is used to treat infections involving anaerobic organisms. Norfloxacin and moxifloxacin are fluoroquinolones and would not be used.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B, C, D
Feedback:
Ethambutol, isoniazid, pyrazinamide, and rifampin are considered primary drugs in the treatment of TB. Levofloxacin and ciprofloxacin are considered secondary drugs.





 

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