A patient is administered Augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium) to treat otitis media. How does a beta-lactamase inhibitor agent work?
A) It extends the spectrum of antibacterial activity of penicillin.
B) It extends the spectrum of the beta-lactamase inhibitor.
C) It decreases the side effects of high-dose penicillin.
D) It increases the absorption of the penicillin.
A
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1. The urinary meatus in females is closer to the bladder than in most males. 2. The urinary meatus in females is farther from the anus than most males. 3. The pH of the female urethra is more conducive to infection. 4. Females urinate more frequently than males, increasing risk.
A 62-year-old male has fallen while trimming tree branches sustaining tissue injury. He describes his condition as an aching, throbbing back. This is characteristic of what type of pain?
a. Neuropathic pain b. Nociceptive pain c. Chronic pain d. Mixed pain syndrome
A home care nurse is visiting a patient, and the assessment will include blood pressure and heart rate. The patient's grandson has a large amount of pseudoephedrine (Sudafed) in the kitchen
For what might the nurse suspect the patient's grandson is using the pseudoephedrine? A) Methamphetamine production B) Treatment of bronchial asthma C) Treatment of sinusitis D) To increase appetite
Order: 1 1/2 % vinegar douche daily The douche bag holds 1 qt. The amount of vinegar to be added to the water in the bag is ______________
a. 15 tsp b. 4 tsp c. 3 tsp d. 10 tsp