A nursing student is engaged in researching information about fluoroquinolones. When reviewing the information, the student would most likely find that this class of drugs is effective in treating which type of infection? Select all that apply
A) Viral infections
B) Gram-positive infections
C) Fungal infections
D) Gram-negative infections
E) Parasitic infections
Ans: B, D
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Fluoroquinolones are effective in treating infections caused by gram-positive and gram-negative microorganisms.
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