A group of nursing students are reviewing information about sulfonamides. Which of the following if stated by the students indicate understanding of this drug class? Select all that apply
A) Sulfonamides are well absorbed when given orally.
B) Sulfonamides are poorly absorbed when given orally.
C) Sulfonamides treat only gram-positive infections.
D) Sulfonamides treat only gram-negative infections.
E) Sulfonamides are excreted by the kidneys.
Ans: A, E
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Sulfonamides are well absorbed by the GI tract and are excreted by the kidneys. Sulfonamides treat both gram-positive and gram-negative infections.
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