1.
Bacterial resistance to an anti-infective could be the result of which of the following?
a. Natural or intrinsic properties of the bacteria
b. Changes in cellular permeability or cellular transport
systems
c. The production of chemicals that antagonize the drug
d. Initial exposure to the anti-infective
e. Combination of too many antibiotics for one infection
f. Narrow spectrum of activity
2.
Anti-infective drugs destroy cells that have invaded the body. They do not specifically destroy only the cell of the invader, and because of this, many adverse effects can be anticipated when an anti-infective is used. Which of the following adverse effects are often associated with anti-infective use?
a. Superinfections
b. Hypotension
c. Renal toxicity
d. Diarrhea
e. Loss of hearing
f. Constipation
3.
A bacteriostatic substance is one that
a. directly kills any bacteria it comes in contact with.
b. directly kills any bacteria that are sensitive to the
substance.
c. prevents the growth of any bacteria.
d. prevents the growth of specific bacteria that are
sensitive to the substance.
4.
Gram-negative bacteria
a. are mostly found in the respiratory tract.
b. are mostly associated with soft tissue infections.
c. are mostly found in the GI and GU tracts.
d. accept a positive stain when tested.