Antibiotics: Understanding their Classifications

Subject areas

This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.

Disclosure statements

Upon completion of the independent study, the learner will be able to:

·      Review how antibiotics are selected to combat infections.

·      Differentiate between bactericidal and bacteriostatic antibiotics and their pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic properties.

·      Recognize the importance of taking antibiotics in completion, and as prescribed.

·      Review antibiotic resistance, and the three primary mechanisms how resistance genes can be transferred.

·      Identify side effects and allergic reactions commonly associated with antibiotics.

 

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Disclosures

Fast CE For Less, Inc. and its authors have no disclosures. There is no commercial support.

 

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