Infection Prevention
This is the single most effective way to prevent infection transmission.
Hand Hygiene
Vancomycin is commonly used to treat this resistant gram-positive infection.
MRSA
Penicillins are primarily effective against this broad category of bacteria.
gram-positive bacteria
Doxycycline belongs to this antibiotic class.
tetracyclines
Levofloxacin belongs to this antibiotic group.
fluoroquinolones
Gloves should be changed between patients even if they appear clean to prevent this.
cross-contamination
This adverse effect causes flushing, itching, and rash if infused too quickly
Red Man Syndrome
The nurse must always check for this allergy before giving penicillin.
PCN Allergy
This food item must be avoided because it binds to the medication and reduces absorption.
milk/dairy
Patients should report pain in this area due to risk of tendon rupture.
Achilles tendon
A patient with C. difficile must be cleaned using this type of hand hygiene method
soap and water
The nurse must monitor this lab value to ensure the drug is within safe therapeutic range.
Trough level
A patient allergic to penicillin may also be allergic to this antibiotic class.
cephalosporins
Doxycycline should not be given to children under 8 because it can discolor this permanently.
teeth
Levofloxacin can cause this prolongation on an ECG.
QT interval
This isolation precaution requires a N95 mask
airborne
Vancomycin can cause toxicity of this organ, so renal function must be monitored.
Kidneys
Penicillins can decrease the effectiveness of this common medication type.
oral contraceptives
Patients taking tetracyclines must be advised to avoid this because of photosensitivity.
sunlight/tanning
This organ system is commonly monitored due to risk of neuropathy.
nervous system
This term describes infections acquired while receiving health care, not present on admission
healthcare-associated infections (HAIs)
Vancomycin must be infused over at least this length of time (minimum).
60 Minutes
A severe allergic reaction causing airway swelling and difficulty breathing.
anaphylaxis
Doxycycline treats acne by reducing this process in the skin.
inflammation or bacterial growth
Levofloxacin should not be taken with antacids containing this mineral.
magnesium or aluminum