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Types of microorganisms

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Bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa, helminths (worms).

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Body’s natural defense mechanisms

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Immune response, physical barriers (skin, mucous membranes), chemical barriers (stomach acid, enzymes).

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Need for pharmacological intervention

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When natural defense mechanisms fail, medications are needed to resolve infection and promote recovery.

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Basics of bacteria

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Single-celled microorganisms with basic organelles for protein synthesis and metabolism.

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Pathogenic effects of bacteria

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Multiply and compete for nutrients, release toxic substances, increased concern for immunocompromised individuals.

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Nomenclature/classification of bacteria

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Named based on genus and species (e.g., E. Coli, Streptococcus pyogens).

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Narrow spectrum vs. broad spectrum activity

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Narrow spectrum: specific to one type of bacteria. Broad spectrum: effective against many types of bacteria.

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Bactericidal vs. bacteriostatic activity

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Bactericidal: kill or destroy bacteria. Bacteriostatic: limit growth and proliferation.

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Inhibition of bacterial cell wall synthesis

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Drugs impair production of bacterial cell walls, leading to bacterial death.

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Inhibition of bacterial protein synthesis

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Drugs block protein synthesis by binding to bacterial ribosomes, leading to stunted growth or death.

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Inhibition of bacterial DNA/RNA function

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Drugs block replication of genetic material, impairing bacterial cell function.

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Penicillins

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First antibiotic, includes narrow spectrum (penicillin) and broader spectrum (amoxicillin, ampicillin).

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Cephalosporins

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Beta-lactam antibiotics similar to penicillins, classified into four generations.

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Carbapenems

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Broader spectrum antibiotics with different chemical makeup, treat a variety of bacteria.

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Bacitracin

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Broad range antibacterial, applied topically for superficial skin wounds.

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Colistin

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Treats local infections of external auditory canal.

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Cycloserine

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Used as an adjunct in tuberculosis treatment.

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Ethambutol (Myambutol)

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Primarily treats tuberculosis.

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Fosfomycin (Monurol)

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Treats urinary tract infections caused by susceptible microorganisms.

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Polymyxin B

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Treats local superficial infections of skin, eyes, and mucous membranes.

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Vancomycin

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Alternative to penicillins for treating various infections.

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Aminoglycosides

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Includes streptomycin, gentamicin, neomycin; adverse effects include toxicity risks.

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Macrolide antibiotics

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Includes erythromycin, azithromycin, clarithromycin; broad spectrum activity with anti-inflammatory effects.

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Tetracyclines

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Broad spectrum activity, effective against E. Coli, Pseudomonas, Salmonella, Staphylococcus, and wound infections.

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Chloramphenicol (Chloromycetin)
Treats serious infections like typhoid fever, osteomyelitis, and meningitis.
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Clindamycin and Lincomycin
Alternative drugs for local and systemic infections when penicillin or erythromycin cannot be tolerated.
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Ethionamide
Secondary agent for tuberculosis.
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Linezolid (Zyvox)
Treats pneumonia and other skin/soft tissue infections.
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Quinupristin and Dalfopristin (Synercid)
IV infusion for staphylococci.
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Telithromycin (Ketek)
Similar to erythromycin, used when strains are resistant to other agents.
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Fluoroquinolones
Includes ciprofloxacin (Cipro), levofloxacin (Levaquin); treats UTIs, GI infections, respiratory infections, osteomyelitis, STDs.
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Clofazamine (Lamprene) & Dapsone (Avlosulfon)
Treatment of leprosy.
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Mupirocin (Bactroban)
Treats skin infections, manages nasal infections through nasal spray.
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Sulfonamides
Includes sulfadiazine, sulfisoxazole; treats urinary tract infections.
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Trimethoprim
Includes prloprim, trimpex; treats urinary tract infections.
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Nitrofurantoin
Includes furadantin, macrodantin; treats urinary tract infections.
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General adverse effect awareness
Hypersensitivity reactions, GI problems, tendinopathy (fluoroquinolones).
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Infection prevention
Hand hygiene, PPE when indicated, awareness of antibiotic resistance.
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Viral structure and function
Nucleic acid core and protein shell, rely on host cell metabolic processes to function.
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DNA/RNA virus classification
Classified based on type of genetic material (DNA or RNA).
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Viral replication process
Adsorption, penetration and uncoating, biosynthesis, maturation and release.
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Common antiviral drugs
Oseltamivir (Tamiflu), amantadine (Symmetrel), rimantadine (Flumadine), zanamivir (Relenza).
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HIV treatment - Protease inhibitors
Inhibit HIV protease enzyme, common agents: atazanavir, lopinavir, tipranavir.
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HIV treatment - Reverse transcriptase inhibitors
Inhibit replication and proliferation of HIV-1, common agents: zidovudine, abacavir, emtricitabine.
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Vaccines - Mechanism of action
Stimulate endogenous production of immune functions, induce immune system to generate virus-specific antibodies.
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Common vaccines
Prevent serious viral infections, prevent spread of virus, administered prior to potential exposure in high-risk groups.
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Rehabilitation considerations for antiviral drugs
Common adverse effects include skin irritation, headaches, dizziness, GI problems, managing symptoms of viral infections.
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Types of parasitic species
Fungi, protozoa, helminths (worms).
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Systemic vs. topical antifungal agents
Systemic agents treat common fungal infections in various tissues, topical agents are more toxic.
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Common antifungal drugs
Includes amphotericin B, fluconazole, flucytosine, griseofulvin, itraconazole, ketoconazole, echinocandins, terbinafine, voriconazole.
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Common diseases treated by antiprotozoal agents
Malaria, pneumocystis pneumonia, intestinal infections, diarrhea (giardia).
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Common antiprotozoal drugs
Includes chloroquine, hydroxychloroquine, mefloquine, primaquine, quinine, pyrimethamine.
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Types of worms treated by anthelmintic agents
Tapeworms, roundworms, flukes.
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Common anthelmintic drugs
Includes albendazole, diethylcarbamazine, ivermectin, mebendazole, praziquantel, pyrantel pamoate, thiabendazole.
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Proper application of topical agents
Ensure patients take medications as prescribed and properly apply topical agents, educate on preventing transmission.

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