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cookcarl

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A patient being treated with cefmetazole (Zefazone) complains of a headache. Which analgesic would be the best choice for this patient?
 
  a. Acetaminophen
  b. Aspirin
  c. Ibuprofen
  d. Excedrin

Question 2

A patient complains of burning on urination and increased frequency. The patient has a history of frequent urinary tract infections (UTIs) and is going out of town in 2 days.
 
  To treat the infection quickly, the nurse would expect the health care provider to order
  a. vancomycin (Vancocin).
  b. fosfomycin (Monurol).
  c. aztreonam (Azactam).
  d. trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim).


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Madisongo23

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Because cephalosporins have drug-drug interactions with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), the safest medication for a headache in this patient would be acetaminophen.
Aspirin, ibuprofen, and Excedrin pose a greater risk of prolonging bleeding time when administered with cephalosporins.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Fosfomycin has been approved for single-dose therapy of UTIs.
Vancomycin and aztreonam are not indicated for UTIs.
Bactrim is indicated for UTIs, but it cannot be administered in a single dose and be therapeutic.


cookcarl

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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