Which medication interferes with an important life process of a bacterial organism, making it weaker or incapable of reproducing?
a. Pathogenic
b. Bacteriostatic
c. Bactericidal
d. Microbial
ANS: B
Agents that limit or slow the growth of the bacteria, weaken the wall, and lead to death are called bacteriostatic.
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a. 25 b. 20 c. 15 d. 10
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1. 7 2. 12 3. 17 4. 22
Which assessment finding, after the dialysate is drained during peritoneal dialysis for a child experiencing acute renal failure, would warrant further action by the nurse?
1. The dialysate is clear on return. 2. The volume of drained dialysate is less than the volume infused. 3. The child is restless, wanting to get up and play. 4. The child's vital signs are basically the same as were noted on infusion.
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A. low blood sugar. B. irritability and nervousness. C. hyperglycemia and edema. D. rapid pulse and weight loss.