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WorksheetsAntibiotics 1.28.26
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
Which statement best describes a broad-spectrum antibiotic?
Targets a single bacterial species
Only effective for viral infections
Active against a wide range of bacteria
Works exclusively on gram-negative bacteria
Which class has possible cross-sensitivity with penicillins due to structural similarity?
Cephalosporins
Macrolides
Fluoroquinolones
Sulfonamides
Which counseling point is most appropriate for azithromycin?
Take with food
Avoid in children under eight
Avoid antacids within two hours
Risk of tendon rupture in elderly
Which key risk is associated with fluoroquinolones such as ciprofloxacin?
Severe hypoglycemia in all patients
Tendon rupture especially in elderly
Tooth discoloration in teenagers
Anaphylaxis more common than others
Which adverse effect is commonly linked to sulfonamides like Bactrim?
QT prolongation
Photosensitivity reactions
Tendon calcification
Hyperpigmentation of teeth
A patient starting metronidazole asks about alcohol. What is the best advice?
Only avoid alcohol the first day
Avoid alcohol due to disulfiram reaction
Alcohol is safe in moderation
Take alcohol to reduce GI upset
A patient picking up metronidazole asks about precautions. Which auxiliary label should be applied?
Do not drink alcohol
Take with dairy products
Store in the freezer
Avoid iron supplements
Which antibiotic is used specifically for urinary tract infections?
Nitrofurantoin (Macrobid)
Amoxicillin (Augmentin)
Doxycycline (Vibramycin)
Azithromycin (Zithromax)
When counseling on doxycycline, what should patients avoid to maintain effectiveness?
High‑fat meals at bedtime
Dairy, antacids, iron supplements
Caffeine and herbal teas
Spicy foods and citrus fruits
Why is the auxiliary label "Finish all medication" critical for antibiotics?
Ensures infection is fully treated and resistance prevented
Prevents dehydration during therapy
Improves absorption of doses with food
Reduces risk of photosensitivity reactions
Which side effect requires referral due to possible allergic reaction?
Occasional yawning
Rash with itching
Transient dry mouth
Mild metallic taste
What is the drug stem for a Macrolide?
micin
thromycin
oxacin
cycline
All of the following are classifications of antibiotics except:
Quinolones
Cephalosporins
Aminoglycosides
Thiazolidinediones
Which of the following is commonly doses Q8H?
amoxicillin
ampicillin
levofloxacin
azithromycin
Which of the following is NOT a Beta-lactam antibiotic?
meropenem
amoxicllin
azithromycin
cefuroxime
