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Terms in this set (78)Microorganism One-celled plant and animal Which term describes a way of stimulating the production of antibodies by exposing the body to weakened or killed germs? Immunization Which term means an infection that occurs in a hospital of long-term care facility? Nosocomial Hand washing, sterilization of equipment, and the wearing of protective clothing are all examples of: Aseptic techniques Which term indicates drugs that kill microorganisms directly? Bactericidal Which antibiotic is the most effective and least toxic? Penicillins Patients should be educated to take antibiotic doses at the prescribed time to: Maintain therapeutic blood levels In patients taking penicillin, rash, fever, or chills at indicate: Hypersensitivity Which antibiotics pose a greater risk for superinfection than other microbials? Tetracyclines Zithromax , Biaxin and erythromycin are all examples of l: Macrolides Which body systems may experience toxic effects from the administration of ahminoglycosides? Sensory, renal, and nervous Diflucan, Monistat, and Lotrimin are used to treat: Fungal infections Which infection is treated using "cocktail" therapy? HIV/AIDS Which isolation procedure places the patient in a separate room with the door closed, and staff members are required to wear a mask? Respiratory Which isolation procedure protects patients who have no or weakened immunity? Reverse Which chemicals are used in the sterilization process because they are capable of killing bacteria? Disinfectants Which microorganism receives nourishment from undigested food in the colon? E-Coli Which makes the body immune to many infections? Antibodies Which is an example of a local infection? Abscess Anterior portion of the eye? Cornea Term for farsightedness- a condition that normally occurs as a result of the aging process Presbyopia Which visual structure undergoes decreased tear production, causing dry, irritated eyes as the patient ages? Lacrimal ducts Which visual structure demonstrates decreased pupil size? -slower dilation after exposure to light and decreased near vision and accommodation as the patient ages? Iris Which term describes an infection of the sebaceous glands, referred to as a sty? Hordeolum Which statement describes how miotics work to constrict the pupil? The contract the ciliary muscles Which structure is part of the external ear? Pinna Which term is used to describe the conduction and amplification of sound waves from the environment? Air conduction Which structure of the ear is necessary to maintain equilibrium? Vestibule Which type of hearing loss results in difficulty in understanding the meaning of words heard, or the ability to understand the meaning of incoming sounds and words Central Which term describes a lessened ability, as a result of aging, to bear high pitched sounds? Presbycusis Term that describes inflammation and infection of the auricle and ear canal? "Swimmers ear" External Otis Which condition would be treated using lubricating drops and irrigation of the ear canal? Cerumen (ear wax) Polymyxin B, colistin, neomycin, and chloromycetin are examples of meds used to treat External ear disorders Optic drops should be administered at room temp because cold drops can cause: Dizziness Which procedure is used for instilling ear drops in a child? Pull the auricle down and back Ototoxicity can be caused by which type of drugs? Aspirin Which immunization may assist with preventing hearing problems? Measles Which term describes a condition caused by the release of histamine from the skin cells during allergic reactions? Pruritus (itchiness) Which term describes reddening of the skin caused by an expansion of the capillaries close to the skin surface? Erythema Which condition can be caused by poison ivy, cosmetics, and soaps? Contact dermatitis Which conditions are examples of bacterial infections? Impetigo and boils Which term describes an infestation of lice? Pediculosis Which term describes drugs that soften and destroy the outer layer of skin so that it is sloughed off (shed)? Keratolytics Which classification of drugs can be used to effectively remove warts and corns? Keratolytics Which type of medication relieves itching caused by inflammation? Antipruritics Which type of topical medications inhibits the growth of microorganisms on the skin surfaces? Antiseptics Which term means to soften the skin by moistening, causing increased absorption through the skin? Macerate (water skin-raisin) Discoloration or brushing of the skin caused by leakage of blood into the subcutaneous tissue is: Ecchymosis Exposure to sun and alcohol must be avoided by patients who are prescribed which medication? Accutane Which medications may be prescribed to treat high cholesterol? Antilipemics Warfarin (Coumadin) is classified as an? Anticoagulant Digoxin shouldn't be administered if the BP is below? 60 bpm Arterial blood is: Bright red, highly oxygenated and travels from the heart to the capillaries Difficult breathing Dyspnea A sudden cessation of breathing and of sufficient circulation of the blood by the heat is termed: Cardiac arrest A patient whose ventricles are not able to contract and pump properly and who have signs of fatigue, tachycardia, dyspnea may have: Congestive heart failure (CHF) Low of LDL High of HDL Which disorder is characterized by thickening, loss of elasticity and calcification of arterial walls? Arteriosclerosis "Silent killer" that exists without symptoms for a long time Hypertension Decreased number of erythrocytes, the quality of hemoglobin, and the volume of hematocrit is what disease? Anemia Common vasodilator? Nitroglycerin Many OTC drugs such as aspirin, oral contraceptives, and antacids can affect the action of Anticoagulants Prevents or reduces the formation of thrombus' Coumadin (warfarin) Aspirin and Plavix are meds prescribed for? Myocardial infarction Which structure has a function in both respiratory and digestive? Pharynx Which structure works to keep food and saliva from entering the lungs? Epiglottis Which is a condition resulting in the enlargement of and damage to the alveolar sacs? Emphysema Which condition would a "barrel chest" patient be diagnosed with? Emphysema Which device is used by the patient in the detection and management of asthma attacks? Peak flow meter A persistent, productive cough may be the first symptom of Lung cancer Which condition has seen a rise in prevalence secondary to HIV and new strains are resistant to drug therapy? TB Which category of drugs are vasodilators used for nasal congestion because they shrink engorged mucous membranes? Decongestants Which term describes the reappearance of symptoms in an even stronger from after a drug has worn off? Rebound effect Which is the goal of oxygen therapy? To release hypoxia Serious respiratory virus that kills in flu season Influenza People over the age of 65 need which vaccine? Influenza Which is a nicotine patch used to promote smoking cessation? Habitrol Which is one of the first signs of upper respiratory cancer? 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Which of the following antibiotics poses a greater risk for superinfection than other microbial?The antibiotic most frequently related to superinfection was ciprofloxacin (38.1%), followed by cefotaxime (23.3%), imipenem (12%), meropenem (10.2%), and cefepime (6.1%). The lowest percentage of superinfection was observed with the use of piperacillin-tazobactam (5.4%).
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Which of the following terms describes a way of stimulating production of antibodies by exposing the body to weakened or killed germs?
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